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Type 2 Diabetes – How to Watch it, Control it, Live with it

Jun 9, 2015 - 4:10 pm EDT @theindpanorama 0

A diagnosis of type 2 diabetes can bring with it feelings of guilt, regret and fear. While many have a genetic predisposition to the disease, it’s also tied to diet and weight problems. Its effects […]

GOVT TO COME UP WITH LAW TO KEEP PUBLIC PLACES CLEAN

Jun 5, 2015 - 12:43 pm EDT @theindpanorama 0

NEW DELHI (TIP): Spitting or urinating in open public places will now invite a fine with the Centre working on a new law to maintain cleanliness across the country. The move will legally empower Prime […]

UN appeals for $497 million of humanitarian aid for Iraq

Jun 5, 2015 - 12:19 pm EDT @theindpanorama 0

BRUSSELS (TIP): The United Nations launched an appeal on Thursday for half a billion dollars in international aid to help tackle a worsening humanitarian crisis in Iraq triggered by the conflict with Islamic State militants. […]

Pakistan sees major drop in polio cases

Jun 5, 2015 - 12:17 pm EDT @theindpanorama 0

ISLAMABAD (TIP): Pakistan has seen a major fall in polio cases this year, officials said June 5, as a military operation has allowed vaccinators to reach areas previously off-limits because of militant attacks. The World […]

Dr. Sharmila Anandasabapathy, M.D. is a Professor of Medicine in Gastroenterology and Director of Baylor Global Initiatives and the Baylor Global Innovation Center at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas.

Study: Microendoscope could eliminate unneeded biopsies

Jun 2, 2015 - 4:35 pm EDT @theindpanorama 1

By providing real-time histological data to endoscopists, Rice’s microendoscope can help rule out malignancy in cases that would otherwise require a biopsy. “While traditional endoscopy can rule out malignancy and eliminate the need for biopsies […]

Indian American Team at Rice Univ. Creates Imaging System to Monitor Vital Signs

Jun 2, 2015 - 3:56 pm EDT The Indian Panorama Staff - TIP Bureau 0

The Indian American team of Rice graduate student Mayank Kumar and professors Ashok Veeraraghavan and Ashutosh Sabharwal created the touch free video imaging system that will let doctors diagnose patients from a distance with special […]

Indian American Scientist Finds New Way for Kidney Diagnosis

May 31, 2015 - 2:02 pm EDT The Indian Panorama Staff - TIP Bureau 0

WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES: In a major success, an Indian-American scientist and his colleague have identified a new, less-invasive method to provide diagnostic information on kidney disease and its severity. They used an optical probe and Raman […]

Bobby Jindal slams Republican presidential opponent

May 30, 2015 - 3:18 pm EDT @theindpanorama 0

WASHINGTON (TIP): Moving closer to a formal announcement of his US presidential bid, Indian-American Bobby Jindal has slammed his fellow Republican and presidential aspirant Rand Paul for being “unsuited to be the commander in chief.” […]

More taxes for UK businesses with foreign labour: Queen

May 30, 2015 - 3:06 pm EDT @theindpanorama 0

LONDON (TIP): The British Queen on May 27 announced at the opening of the UK parliament session that businesses that employ foreign labour will have to pay a new visa levy which will be used […]

Coalition strikes, fighting kill 40 rebels in Yemen’s Aden

May 30, 2015 - 3:00 pm EDT @theindpanorama 2

ADEN (TIP): Saudi-led coalition strikes against Iran-backed Shiite rebels in Yemen’s second city Aden today and ground clashes killed at least 40 Huthis and their allies, the city’s deputy governor said. Residents reported non-stop air […]

DESIGNING HOME THE FENG SHUI WAY

May 30, 2015 - 2:53 pm EDT @theindpanorama 0

When it comes to locating plots, buildings, orienting homes, placing decor and even planning gardens the first thing which would come to our mind is unhindered flow of energy and a feel good factor. This is […]

HEALTH RISKS OF SLEEPING TOO MUCH

May 30, 2015 - 2:47 pm EDT @theindpanorama 1

it’s a little hard to believe there’s such a thing as sleeping too much, since so many of us feel like it’s a struggle to get barely enough. But it’s true – you can sleep too […]

New contraceptive pills may increase clot risks

May 30, 2015 - 2:44 pm EDT @theindpanorama 0

Scientists have found new evidence to prove that contraceptive pills these days could increase risk of clot formation in women. The results show that pills containing one of the newer types of progestogen hormone (drospirenone, desogestrel, […]

SIGNS OF HEART ATTACK WOMEN SHOULD KNOW

May 30, 2015 - 11:43 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

Studies show heart attacks and heart disease are under-diagnosed in women, as their symptoms do not match that of men. To prevent a heart attack from sneaking up on you, watch for these seven little-known signs […]

The Disconnect Must End

May 29, 2015 - 11:34 pm EDT I. S. Saluja 0

There are around 350 ethnic and community newspapers in scores of languages which reach out to millions of immigrants living in New York City. The City school system claims that 182 languages are spoken in […]

Dark Money in Politics

May 29, 2015 - 9:24 pm EDT @theindpanorama 0

[quote_box_center] “I’ve covered corrupt regimes all over the world, and I find it ineffably sad to come home and behold institutionalized sleaze in the United States”, says the author.[/quote_box_center] I’ve admired the Clintons’ foundation for years […]