Unknown exposure to second-hand smoke may cause early death
US researchers have identified a new biomarker which revealed that known and unknown exposure to second-hand smoke may lead to an increased risk of mortality in non-smokers.
Sep 28, 2016, 00:44 AM IST
Hookahs can cause cancer more easily than cigarettes, say doctors
Smoking a hookah can be more harmful than cigarettes and can cause diseases like cancers much more easily, doctors say.
Sep 03, 2016, 00:42 AM IST
Physical inactivity adding to India's NCD burden: Report
Major NCDs including cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), chronic respiratory diseases, diabetes, and cancers are primarily caused by exposure to tobacco, harmful use of alcohol, unhealthy diet, and very little exercise.
Jul 25, 2016, 17:31 PM IST
Five ways smoking affects your health!
Five ways smoking affects your health!
May 31, 2016, 09:53 AM IST
Active neighbourhood can make you healthier
According to researchers, creating healthier cities is an important part of the public health response to the global disease burden of physical inactivity.
Apr 06, 2016, 18:14 PM IST
US biotech to apply artificial intelligence to UK genome study
Berg, a private company that uses artificial intelligence to discover new drugs and diagnostics, will help England`s national genomics project mine DNA and health data from thousands of British citizens for potential drug targets.
Sep 30, 2015, 11:31 AM IST
Call to improve radiotherapy access for all as shortfall looms
As per a recent study, tackling the global shortfall in radiotherapy could save millions of lives and boost the economy of poorer countries.
Sep 27, 2015, 16:06 PM IST
Alcohol addiction may trigger various cancers in Indians: Lancet
Not just harming their heart and brain, alcohol dependency may also be behind several forms of cancers among heavy drinkers in low-income countries like India, researchers have warned.
Sep 17, 2015, 11:52 AM IST
