Nobel Prize for medicine awarded to hypoxia researchers from US and Britain
The Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine for the year 2019 was awarded to US and Britain researchers William G Kaelin Jr, Sir Peter J Ratcliffe and Gregg L Semenza on Monday.
Oct 07, 2019, 15:56 PM IST
Testosterone replacement therapy ups stroke risk in men
Findings show that the use of TRT was associated with an increased risk of stroke, transient ischemic attack or cardiac arrest during the first two years of use.
Jul 19, 2019, 15:59 PM IST
Dietary supplements may do more harm than good: Study
The intake of some vitamins, minerals and other dietary supplements may not benefit the heart and, in some cases, may even prove to be injurious.
Jul 18, 2019, 17:56 PM IST
Morning Breaking: Watch top news with research and latest updates, 31 January, 2019
This is a special segment of Morning Breaking by Zee News which brings to you news with research and latest updates. Watch this video to know more.
Jan 31, 2019, 08:40 AM IST
Morning Breaking: Over 600 Swine Flu cases In Delhi
Over 600 swine flu cases reported in Delhi, the health department has directed all hospitals to procure logistics required to ensure continuous supply of medicine, vaccine and kits.
Jan 31, 2019, 08:18 AM IST
Imbalance in pH levels may cause Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer's disease that affects 50 million people worldwide has no cure or no drugs.
Aug 04, 2018, 10:40 AM IST
Dispelling myths: People lived well past 40 before modern medicine, says study
The research, published in the Journal of Anthropological Archaeology, determined that it was not uncommon for people to live to old age.
Jan 08, 2018, 18:18 PM IST
Improve relationship with your doctor by writing own medical records: Research
The research team conducted in-depth telephone interviews with 29 health care experts.
Dec 03, 2017, 10:31 AM IST
Study says that existing meds may already treat infectious diseases
According to researchers, currently available drugs for various conditions might be repurposed alone or in combination with other drugs to treat infectious diseases.
Jul 09, 2017, 00:00 AM IST
Innovations in medicine needed to cure rare diseases: Doctors
Calling for better health research in India, health experts, including those from the All India of Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), on Wednesday said that innovations in medicine alone can help cure rare diseases.
Jun 29, 2017, 00:46 AM IST
Maternal deaths: New inhaled form of medication a miracle for expecting moms?
According to the researchers at Monash University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (MIPS) in Australia, the inhalable, dry-powder form of the drug oxytocin may help prevent mothers from dying in childbirth due to more bleeding than normal.
Mar 23, 2017, 09:25 AM IST
Forget pills- You can find these six painkillers in your own kitchen!
Do you often take pills for minor aches and pains? Well, taking medicines has become a part of our everyday life, including the smallest things.
Mar 09, 2017, 23:18 PM IST
This recreational drug may accelerate ageing of heart – Read
Long term use of amphetamine sends the sympathetic nervous system and production of the `fight or flight` hormone adrenaline into overdrive, the study said.
Certain medicines could lead to falls in elderly
A recent study categorized certain medications as high risk for elders, consuming which could lead them to fall.
Nov 29, 2016, 00:20 AM IST
Researchers find pause button for mouse embryos
A novel way to pause the development of early mouse embryos for up to a month in the lab has been identified, a finding that has potential implications for assisted reproduction, regenerative medicine, ageing and even cancer, researchers say.
Nov 28, 2016, 00:45 AM IST
Need to increase pace of research in regenerative medicine'
India needs to increase the pace of research in regenerative medicine to come up to the global level, especially in the area of clinical trials and regulatory requirements, a doctor said on Saturday.
Nano medicine society launched, will slash treatment cost
ISNM is an initiative which will bring several Indian nano technology researchers together and use it for slashing high cost of medicines, provide customised treatment and improve diagnostics.
Nov 24, 2016, 22:06 PM IST
'Rs 20 doctor' Dr V Balasubramanian passes away, leaves people of Coimbatore in grief
The doctor passed away on Friday at his residence at Singanallur, leaving thousands of people mourning his loss.
Nov 20, 2016, 23:11 PM IST
Treat skin infections with these sweet-smelling essential oils!
Our skin is the most sensitive part of our body and we usually suffer from rashes and other infections especially during monsoons because of damp, warm and humid climate.
Sep 29, 2016, 21:33 PM IST
Acupuncture may reduce hot flashes in menopausal women
Acupuncture may help reduce the severity of hot flashes -- a typical symptom of menopause -- in nearly 50 per cent of women, a study has found.
Sep 29, 2016, 20:29 PM IST
