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Nicotine replacement therapy can cut complication risk after surgery

Posted on September 4, 2009 by Rahul

Washington, Sept 4 (ANI): Nicotine replacement therapy at least four weeks before surgery can almost halve the risk of poor wound healing in smokers, suggest researchers. “It is not easy to quit smoking just before an operation,” said Professor Peter … Continue reading →

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Public health response to swine flu may be seen as alarmist, says US expert

Posted on September 4, 2009 by Rahul

London, September 4 (ANI): A US expert says that the public health measures taken in response to swine flu may be seen as alarmist, overly restrictive, and unjustified. Peter Doshi, a doctoral student at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, argues … Continue reading →

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‘Thunder thighs’ may help beat heart disease

Posted on September 4, 2009 by Rahul

Melbourne, Sept 4 (ANI): The thinner your thighs, the greater your risk of heart disease – that’s the conclusion of a new study. According to the research, which looked at more than 2800 men and women with an average age … Continue reading →

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Two more swine flu deaths reported in Pune, Chennai

Posted on August 22, 2009 by Rahul

Pune / Chennai, Aug 22 (ANI): Two more swine flu deaths were reported on Saturday in the country, taking the death toll to 47. One death each was reported from Pune and Chennai. With a 60 year old Baban Hangule … Continue reading →

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Two more swine flu deaths reported in Pune, Chennai

Posted on August 22, 2009 by Rahul

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Swine Flue cases rise to 211 in Karnataka, as 17 test positive for HINI

Posted on August 20, 2009 by Rahul

Bangalore, Aug.19 (ANI): The total number of the confirmed swine flu affected cases risen to 211 in Karnataka on Wednesday with 17 individuals testing positive for H1NI virus. According to sources in the health department, out of the 17 positive … Continue reading →

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Modi Govt. invokes Epidemic Act, as 9 fresh cases of H1N1 reported

Posted on August 20, 2009 by Rahul

Ahmedabad, Aug.19 (ANI): Expressing concerned over the consistent rise in swine flu cases in different parts of the State, the Gujarat government on Wednesday opted to invoke the pidemic Act Gujarat recorded nine fresh H1N1 infections on Wednesday. State’s Principal … Continue reading →

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Oz Federal Govt. cracks downs on weight-loss industry as obesity rate rises

Posted on August 20, 2009 by Rahul

Melbourne, Aug 19 (ANI): The Federal Government in Australia has decided to take a look into the massive diet and weight-loss industry, following reports that the obesity rate in the country is still climbing. Weight-loss programs and products will have … Continue reading →

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Kissing ‘poses herpes risk’

Posted on August 17, 2009 by Rahul

Wellington, Aug 17 (ANI): The next time you kiss your partner, keep this health warning in mind – the symbol of affection is a major transmitter of herpes. While kissing ‘demonstrates love and affection’, it also poses risks, warns the … Continue reading →

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First inhalant powder measles vaccine to undergo clinical trials in India next year

Posted on August 17, 2009 by Rahul

Washington, August 17 (ANI): Health experts in India will begin clinical trials to determine the efficacy of the first dry powder inhalable vaccine for measles next year, according to a report. Presented at the 238th National Meeting of the American … Continue reading →

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School teachers to keep a check on swine flu symptoms in students: Azad

Posted on August 17, 2009 by Rahul

New Delhi, Aug 17 (ANI): Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad said on Monday said the Government is going to issue guidelines for schools asking them to dispense with the routine of holding daily assembly meeting in … Continue reading →

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Insufficient sleep may up diabetes risk

Posted on August 11, 2009 by Rahul

Washington, Aug 11 (ANI): Insufficient sleep may contribute to the development of insulin resistance and reduced glucose tolerance, which in turn may increase the long-term risk of diabetes, concludes a new study. The study has been accepted for publication in … Continue reading →

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Scientist create white blood cells directly from embryonic and adult stem cells

Posted on August 11, 2009 by Rahul

Washington, August 11 (ANI): Scientists at the University of Wisconsin-Madison have moved a step closer to transforming embryonic stem cells into a multipurpose medical tool, for they have successfully transformed these versatile cells into progenitors of white blood cells and … Continue reading →

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Equation to spot small placenta may help stop babies from dying in the womb

Posted on August 10, 2009 by Rahul

London, August 10 (ANI): It may soon be possible to stop babies dying in the womb, thanks to a measurement to spot small placentas that can act as an early warning system. This breakthrough results from the efforts made by … Continue reading →

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Swine flu death toll reaches 7

Posted on August 10, 2009 by Rahul

Pune, Aug 10 (ANI): A 35-year-old chemist Sanjay Tilekar died of swine flu on Monday at the Sasoon Hospital in Pune, registering the seventh death by H1N1 virus in the country. Earlier in the day, a 35-year-old ayurvedic doctor and … Continue reading →

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I never intended to hurt Shaikh family in any way: Azad

Posted on August 9, 2009 by Rahul

New Delhi, Aug. 9 (ANI): Union Health Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad on Sunday apologised to the family of 14-year-old swine flu victim Reeda Shaikh for his remarks stating that she was responsible for infecting nearly 85 people of her school. … Continue reading →

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Maharashtra Govt may allow private hospitals to treat Swine Flu patients

Posted on August 9, 2009 by Rahul

Mumbai, Aug.9 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Ashok Chavan on Sunday said that his Government was considering a proposal to allow private hospitals fulfilling Government guidelines to treat swine flu cases. Chavan on Sunday convened a five-hour-long high-level meeting on the … Continue reading →

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28-year-old swine flu patient critical in Mumbai

Posted on August 9, 2009 by Rahul

Mumbai, Aug. 9 (ANI): Condition of a 28-year-old swine flu patient admitted to Dr. L H Hiranandani Hospital in Mumbai was reported to be critical on Sunday. “Sandeep Gaikwad, a resident of Chandivili is still critical and put on ventilator, … Continue reading →

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228 cases of Swine Flu in Delhi, no need to panic: Sheila Dikshit

Posted on August 9, 2009 by Rahul

New Delhi, Aug.9 (ANI): With the number of Swine Flu cases being on the rise in Maharashtra and some other States of the country, the Delhi Government held a meet on Sunday to discuss measures to curb spread of HINI … Continue reading →

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‘Bionic nose’ to sniff out cancer, bombs and impure water

Posted on March 31, 2009 by admin

Washington, March 31 (ANI): Researchers at Tel Aviv University (TAU) in Israel have developed a device, dubbed a ‘bionic nose’, which can be used to detect microscopic signs of cancer, bombs and impure water. Both cancer cells and the chemicals … Continue reading →

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