Researchers develop new HIV test that can detect hidden virus faster
Researchers, including one of Indian origin, have developed a new test that can detect 'hidden' HIV virus faster, less labour-intensive and less expensive than the current 'gold standard' test.
May 30, 2017, 14:27 PM IST
Severely obese people more likely to die at home: Study
A new study has revealed that severely obese people are more likely to die at home and are less likely to spend their last days in a home providing care.
Feb 08, 2017, 23:35 PM IST
Activity trackers not reliable for weight loss
Wearable devices that monitor physical activity are not reliable tools for weight loss, a new study has found.
Sep 21, 2016, 20:29 PM IST
Pain, physical function improve after weight-loss surgery
The assessments were conducted prior to surgery and annually thereafter.
Apr 10, 2016, 19:20 PM IST
Anxiety leads to bad decisions
The study was published in The Journal of Neuroscience.
Mar 16, 2016, 13:41 PM IST
Your new back pain prescription: Mindfulness
The study involved nearly 300 older adults with long-term lower back pain, half of whom were assigned to a two-month mindful meditation course.
Feb 24, 2016, 10:17 AM IST
Sleep on time for super metabolic health
The research team analyzed data from the SWAN Sleep Study, an ancillary project to the Study of Women's Health Across the Nation (SWAN).
Feb 02, 2016, 22:34 PM IST
Medication poisoning more common in rural areas
Children younger than five who live in poor, rural areas are at a greater risk of serious medication poisoning, warns a new study.
Jan 03, 2016, 15:41 PM IST
