Health

Long-term exposure to PM2.5 raises diabetes’ risk

Long-term exposure to PM2.5, a major particle matter pollutant increases the risk of diabetes, finds a study.

7 years ago

Eye check-up to detect Alzheimer’s disease

A future non-invasive eye test may allow early detection of Alzheimer's disease before memory loss kicks in, say a team…

7 years ago

Short birth intervals raise mortality risk in babies

Shorter intervals between births are associated with higher mortality rates in babies, finds a new study on macaque monkeys.

7 years ago

Infertility in women linked to higher cancer risk

Infertility is associated with a higher risk of developing cancer in women of childbearing age, say researchers including one of…

7 years ago

Vit B in pregnancy prevents brain ailments in baby

Besides flu vaccines, maternal intake of a vitamin B nutrient can prevent babies from brain disorders caused by cold or…

7 years ago

Fake drugs killing children worldwide

A new research has suggested that falsified and substandard drugs for treating malaria, pneumonia and other diseases, are killing thousands…

7 years ago

e-cigarette vape too not safe for children: Study

Believing that exposure to e-cigarette vape is safe for children, parents are increasingly vaping both at home and in car,…

7 years ago

Nutrient supplement can boost breastfed premature babies’ growth

A supplement given to breastfed premature babies after they leave hospital can prevent weight loss and help boost growth, according…

7 years ago

Just one cigarette a day in pregnancy can spur death risk for baby

Just one cigarette a day during pregnancy can double the risk of sudden unexpected infant death (SUID), warned a study.…

7 years ago

Foul air may affect foetal heart development

Pregnant mothers exposed to particulate matters may experience damage to the developing cardiovascular system in their foetuses, finds a study.…

7 years ago