Blackcurrants may ease asthma

LONDON – Natural chemicals from blackcurrants may ease breathing in some types of asthma, says a new study.

Researchers from Plant & Food Research (PFR), a New Zealand government owned company, found a compound from blackcurrants that may reduce lung inflammation with a multi-action assault in allergy-induced asthma.
The compound was found in lab … Read more »».

Soothing massage can ease pain of bereavement

LONDON – Soothing massages once a week for eight weeks after the death of a loved one can ease the pain of bereavement, says a new study.

People, aged between 34 to 78 years, who had lost a relative to cancer took part in the study. It included widows, widowers and daughters and sisters of the … Original article on : Soothing massage can ease pain of bereavement.

Compulsive eating, drug addiction driven by same mechanism

WASHINGTON – The same molecular mechanisms that drive people into drug addiction are behind the compulsion to overeat, says the latest research.

The new study was conducted by Paul J. Kenny, professor at Scripps Research’s Florida campus and graduate student Paul M. Johnson.
The study shows clearly that in rat models, the development of obesity coincides … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Compulsive eating, drug addiction driven by same mechanism.

Britain’s oldest father thanks bananas for virility

LONDON – Gerry Burks, who has become Britain’s oldest father at age 74, feels that his astounding virility is thanks to his passion for bananas.

Burks, whose son Ryan was born March 12, said: “I eat lots of bananas and always have done – sometimes a couple a day. I don’t eat much salt and …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Junk food as addictive as cocaine fix

LONDON – Pigging out on junk food is as addictive as taking heroin and cocaine, according to a new research.

In the new study, scientists from The Scripps Research Institute have shown for the first time that the same molecular mechanisms that drive people into drug addiction are behind the compulsion to …. Original source  : Junk food as addictive as cocaine fix.

Prachanda develops affinity with yoga guru Ramdev

KATHMANDU – Maoist Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ seems to have developed an affinity with Indian yoga guru Ramdev.

Yoga enthusiasts attending Ramdev’s camp in Kathmandu were surprised to find Prachanda in their midst on Monday morning.
“This is a happy coincidence, as Maoism and … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Prachanda develops affinity with yoga guru Ramdev.

‘Single shot’ breast cancer treatment to ward off radiotherapy ordeals

LONDON – A single half-hour “shot” treatment for breast cancer can now do away with a six-week course of tumour-destroying therapy, according to British doctors.

The radiotherapy treatment, which is for use in patients with early breast cancer after they have undergone surgery on … Read more : ‘Single shot’ breast cancer treatment to ward off radiotherapy ordeals.

Antibiotic treatment could act as ‘lifeline’ for HIV patients

LONDON – Providing antibiotics to some newly diagnosed HIV patients could save tens of thousands of patients, but researchers are missing this opportunity, say researchers.ccording to a major study in The Lancet, the simple, cheap, drug treatment halved mortality.

The World Health Organization already endorses the treatment, but specialists say many … Read more : Antibiotic treatment could act as ‘lifeline’ for HIV patients.

Iraq war ’stunting’ children’s growth

LONDON – Children born in most violent areas of Iraq have been observed to be shorter than their counterparts from safer regions, say British researchers.

Boffins at Royal Holloway, University of London, examined the data from the country’s central statistics office and …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Talking to babies boosts their brain power

LONDON – Talking to babies can boost their brain power, a study has revealed.

Months before babies start to speak, words play an important role in their brain development and even at the age of three months, words have a bigger impact on their minds than other sounds, including music, reports dailymail.co.uk.
The research … Original source on Gaea Times at : Talking to babies boosts their brain power.

Avatars on treadmill could encourage us to exercise

WASHINGTON – A study has found that watching a self-resembling avatar in action turns out to be an effective motivational technique to start exercising.

According to a Stanford University research project, participants who watched digital versions of themselves run on a treadmill ended up exercising …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Avatars on treadmill could encourage us to exercise.

5 years after Terri Schiavo case, few in US heed lesson and make end-of-life wishes known

5 years after Schiavo, few make end-of-life plans
MIAMI – Five years after the court fight over allowing Terri Schiavo to die, most Americans still don’t draft the legal documents that spell out how far caregivers should go to keep them alive artificially.
Schiavo’s life and death captivated the country and fueled conversations about the …. Source article  : 5 years after Terri Schiavo case, few in US heed lesson and make end-of-life wishes known.

Acupuncture can help calm highly anxious dental patients

WASHINGTON – A visit to the dentist provokes extreme fear and anxiety in many people. Now, a new study has suggested that acupuncture can prove helpful in the management of the uneasiness related to dental treatment.

The small study has been published in Acupuncture in Medicine.
The fear and anxiety ahead of the dental visit is a …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Soon, cakes, frostings that won’t let you pile on the pounds

WASHINGTON – Thanks to an Indian-origin US scientist, yummy new cakes and frostings may one day contain less fat and fewer calories.

In experiments at her Peoria laboratory, Mukti Singh is formulating low-fat cake mixes and frostings with Fantesk-microdroplets of trans-fat-free cooking oil, encapsulated in cornstarch or wheat flour. Fantesk was developed in the 1990s by … Read more : Soon, cakes, frostings that won’t let you pile on the pounds.

Seven kids die due to mysterious disease in Bihar

PATNA – At least seven children have died and dozens fell ill due to an unidentified disease in Bihar’s Araria district, officials said Tuesday.

The children in Simaria village in Araria, about 400 km from here, suffered from high fever and a type of rash before they died, a district administration official told IANS.
Nearly half …. Original source  : Seven kids die due to mysterious disease in Bihar.

Chocolate bar a day cuts risk of stroke and heart disease

LONDON – Here’s some happy news for chocolate lovers: A bar of the sweet treat can slash your risk of heart disease and stroke by 39 per cent, according to an expert.

Dr Brian Buijsse believes a 50g treat has the greatest effect, reports The Sun.
To … Read more >>.

Swine flu probably originated in US, says Mexico

Mexico City, March 30 (IANS/EFE) A year after the outbreak of the deadly swine flu epidemic that killed over 14,000 people across the world, Mexico has said it suspects the disease originated in the US.

Public health officials in Mexico suspect the disease came from the US when Mexican tourists and emigrants were returning to their … Read : Swine flu probably originated in US, says Mexico.

From Victory Lane to surgery, Hamlin to have knee operation on Wednesday

Hamlin knee surgery set for Wednesday
MARTINSVILLE, Va. – Denny Hamlin originally planned to have surgery to repair the torn ACL in his left knee on Monday, but instead did some slicing and dicing on the track.

The doctors will get their chance on Wednesday.
“I was actually going to try to do it after the race, but …. Source  : From Victory Lane to surgery, Hamlin to have knee operation on Wednesday.

Survey: Economy keeps Americans focused on low-cost sports like running, yoga, kickboxing

Cash-strapped Americans still seek athletic value
A survey shows Americans are still looking for value when they exercise, choosing pursuits like running, yoga and kickboxing – three sports that don’t require much equipment.
The Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association released its annual participation overview Monday and reported that running enjoyed a 6.7 percent increase in 2009. … Original source on Gaea Times at : Survey: Economy keeps Americans focused on low-cost sports like running, yoga, kickboxing.

Experts: Health premiums likely to rise 17 pct for young adults under new law

Health premiums could rise 17 pct for young adults

CHICAGO – Health insurance premiums for young adults are expected to rise about 17 percent once they’re required to buy insurance four years from now. That estimate is from an analysis by Rand Health.
Young people will need to carry more of the burden of health care under …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Experts: Health premiums likely to rise 17 pct for young adults under new law.

Modifying brain region can alter moral judgments

WASHINGTON – Neuroscientists can influence people’s moral judgments by disrupting a specific brain region — a finding that helps reveal how the brain constructs morality, says a new study.

To make moral judgments about other people, we often need to infer their intentions — an ability known as “theory of mind.”
For instance, if a …. Source article  : Modifying brain region can alter moral judgments.

Orange juice suppresses ill effects of fast food

WASHINGTON – Flavonoid, an antioxidant in orange juice, taken along with a high-fat meal, especially fast food, neuters its ill effects, says a new study.

Free radicals, or reactive oxygen species, are known to induce inflammation in blood vessel linings and contribute to the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Endocrinologists at the University …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Orange juice suppresses ill effects of fast food.

Women medical researchers paid less than men

WASHINGTON – Women engaged in medical research receive lower levels of compensation than male counterparts, even at the upper levels of academic and professional accomplishment, says a new study.

The results indicated that women who reached the rank of full professor worked significantly more hours per week than men of the same rank, a difference primarily [..] Read the original article: here.

Twitter may transmit misinformation about antibiotics

WASHINGTON – Social networking sites like Twitter can spread misunderstandings about proper use of antibiotics, a new study says.

Columbia University and MixedInk (New York) researchers studied the content of Twitter updates mentioning antibiotics, to determine how people were sharing information and assess the proliferation of misinformation.
“Research focusing on microblogs and social networking services … Read more : Twitter may transmit misinformation about antibiotics.

Delhi surgeons to separate conjoined twins from Bihar

NEW DELHI – A team of doctors from Delhi will soon operate upon year-and-half-old conjoined twins from Bihar.

Doctors at Batra Hospital in the capital are examining the twins – Sita and Gita – before taking up the task of separating them.
“They have separate heads, hands and legs but are joined at the waist …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Bihar seeks help of American experts to study blindness

PATNA – The Bihar government has sought help from American eye experts to examine the reason behind as many as 18 children being born blind in the past three months in Bhojpur district.

Till date local and other doctors have failed to understand the reason. “We can’t say anything about the reason why 18 children were … Original source on Gaea Times at : Bihar seeks help of American experts to study blindness.

Ontario’s South, West Asian women least likely to gain access to a doc

WASHINGTON – Ontario’s South and West Asian or Arab women report most difficulty in finding a doctor and getting an appointment, claims a new study.

According to researchers, one in three South Asian, West Asian or Arab women – one of the fastest growing segments of Canada’s population – have trouble accessing a doctor to address … Read more »».

Uric acid levels, obesity, alcohol use among factors linked to women’s gout risk?

WASHINGTON – Women with serum uric acid levels over 5 mg/dl have a significantly lower risk of developing gout than men, Boston University School of Medicine have discovered.

The study, the first to examine the relationship between uric acid levels and gout risk in women, also evaluated purported risk factors …. Read the original article  : Uric acid levels, obesity, alcohol use among factors linked to women’s gout risk?.

Why people forget to take their medicines

WASHINGTON – Remembering to take a daily medication is apparently a tough task for many. Now, researchers have pointed out the reason behind the forgetfulness.

The landmark study from North Carolina State University has found that changes in daily behavior have a significant effect …. Read the original article  : here.

Orange juice suppresses oxidative stress from high-fat, high-carb meal

WASHINGTON – Flavonoids in orange juice neutralize the oxidative and inflammatory stress generated by high-fat, high-carb meals and help prevent blood vessel damage, claims a new study.

Free radicals, or reactive oxygen species, are known to induce inflammation in blood vessel linings and …. Original article  : Orange juice suppresses oxidative stress from high-fat, high-carb meal.

China to execute a Japanese citizen for smuggling drugs

NEW DELHI – Japanese citizen Mitsunobu Akano, who has been convicted of attempting to smuggle drugs from China to Japan in 2006, will be executed on Monday.

The 66-year-old Akano was arrested in September 2006 when he was meeting someone at an airport in Dalian of Liaoning, attempting to … Read this article on Gaea Times at : China to execute a Japanese citizen for smuggling drugs.

Fabled ‘vegetable lamb’ plant may offer osteoporosis treatment

WASHINGTON – A new study has shown that fabled “Vegetable Lamb of Tartary, ” a plant once believed to ripen into a baby sheep, produces substances that show promise in laboratory experiments as new treatments for osteoporosis.

The study has been published in ACS’ monthly Journal of Natural Products.
Young Ho …. Read the original article  : here.

HIV risk factor for teens: Crack and cocaine use

WASHINGTON – Teens with a history of crack or cocaine are at an increased risk for HIV than youth who have never used these drugs, claims a new study.

The study has been published in the April issue of the Journal of Child and Adolescent Substance Abuse.
Bradley …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : HIV risk factor for teens: Crack and cocaine use.

Chocolate reduces BP, risk of heart disease

LONDON – Chocolate may be good for you — at least in small bits and preferably if it’s dark, according to new research.

It shows just one small square of chocolate a day can lower your blood pressure (BP) and reduce your risk of heart disease.
Researchers in Germany followed 19,357 people, aged between 35 …. Source  : Chocolate reduces BP, risk of heart disease.

Chemical exposure before mid-30s ‘ups breast cancer risk’

WASHINGTON – Women exposed to chemicals and pollutants in the workplace before they reach mid-30s may have a higher risk of developing breast cancer later in life, says a new research.

The study revealed that women exposed to synthetic fibres and petroleum products during the course … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Chemical exposure before mid-30s ‘ups breast cancer risk’.

Healthy lifestyle cuts Alzheimer’s risk

LONDON – A healthy lifestyle in middle age is key to staving off Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, says a new study.

According to two senior doctors, keeping obesity, blood pressure and cholesterol under control as you age can cut the risk of developing Alzheimer’s and dementia by 20 per …. Read the original article  : Healthy lifestyle cuts Alzheimer’s risk.

Acupuncture ‘an effective treatment for post-viral infection loss of smell’

WASHINGTON – Traditional Chinese acupuncture (TCA) may be an effective treatment option for patients who suffer from persistent post- viral olfactory dysfunction (PVOD), say scientists.

In the procedure, very thin needles are used to stimulate specific points … Read more >>>.

Lifestyle regularity a means for maintaining a good night’s sleep

WASHINGTON – Maintaining regular daily routines is associated with better sleep quality in older adults, a new study has claimed.

The study has been published in the April 1 issue of the journal Sleep.
Results of regression analyses indicate that increased stability in daily routine predicted a shorter time to fall asleep, higher …. Source  : Lifestyle regularity a means for maintaining a good night’s sleep.

Cigarettes may contain pig blood: Australian expert

ISLAMABAD – Cigarettes may contain traces of pig blood which, if confirmed, can lead to protests against tobacco companies that refuse to disclose the ingredients used in making the product, an Australian expert was quoted by Pakistan’s Online news agency as saying.

A study conducted in the Netherlands has identified 185 different industrial uses of the …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Acupuncture can cure dentist phobia

LONDON – A new study has revealed that one five-minute session of acupuncture can significantly help cure the fear of going to the dentist.

During the study, researchers recruited patients who had previously avoided dentist and found that they were able to undergo dental treatment after receiving a session of acupuncture.
The study looked …. Source  : Acupuncture can cure dentist phobia.

New mums can beat the blues with exercise

SYDNEY – New mums can beat the blues and increase their well-being with exercise, says a new study.

In a first study of its kind, 161 postnatal women with no previous depressive symptoms were divided in two groups to test the effect of a physiotherapist-led exercise and education programme on well-being.
The experimental group received … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : New mums can beat the blues with exercise.

Smokers may have lower IQ than non-smokers

WASHINGTON – Those smoking might actually have a lower intelligence quotent than non-smokers, says new research.

A study led by Mark Weiser, psychiatry professor at the Tel Aviv University, has determined that young men who smoke are likely to have lower IQs than their non-smoking peers.
Tracking 18- to 21-year-old men enlisted in the Israeli … Read more »»».

Spread awareness on autism: Experts (April 2 is World Autism Awareness Day)

NEW DELHI – Shah Rukh Khan played the role of an autistic person in his latest blockbuster “My Name is Khan”. Such films that spread awareness about autism are crucial in dealing with the disease, experts said on the occasion of World Autism Awareness Day Friday.

Autism is a neural development disorder that impairs social interaction … Original article on : Spread awareness on autism: Experts (April 2 is World Autism Awareness Day).

California bill would expand pesticide safety program, targeting threats to farmworkers

Calif. bill would expand pesticide safety program

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – California’s 700,000 farmworkers may soon receive greater protection under a proposed expansion of the state’s nationally renowned pesticide safety program.
A bill moving through the state Assembly would require laboratories that test for pesticide poisoning to report their data directly to the state. Currently, labs report test …. Read the original article  : here.

Bacterium that can halt dengue virus transmission found

WASHINGTON – Scientists at Michigan State University have discovered that a bacterium can stop dengue viruses from replicating in the mosquitoes.

Dengue fever – caused by a virus transmitted by mosquitoes – threatens 2.5 billion people each year and there …. Read the original article  : Bacterium that can halt dengue virus transmission found.

Coming soon: Slimming soybeans!

WASHINGTON – A researcher at the University of Illinois has claimed that slimming soybeans could be on the anvil.

Elvira de Mejia’s research provides insight into the way a certain type of soy protein inhibits fat accumulation and reduces inflammation.
“We found that soybeans rich in beta-conglycinins limit lipid accumulation in fat cells by inhibiting an enzyme … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Coming soon: Slimming soybeans!.

Smoking makes a person dumb

WASHINGTON – Young men who smoke are likely to have lower IQs than their non-smoking peers, a new study has determined.

The study led by Prof. Mark Weiser of Tel Aviv University’s Department of Psychiatry and the Sheba Medical Center at Tel Hashomer Hospital tracked 18- to 21-year-old men enlisted in the Israeli army.
The average IQ … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Smoking makes a person dumb.

Verizon to record non-cash charge of $970 million related to recently passed health care bill

Verizon to take $970M charge from health care bill

NEW YORK – Verizon will record a $970 million non-cash charge in first quarter related to the recently passed health care bill.
The charge reflects the change of the tax treatment of Medicare subsidies, according to a regulatory filing from the New York-based telecommunications company Thursday.
Companies say the … Original article on : Verizon to record non-cash charge of $970 million related to recently passed health care bill.

Up in smoke: idea for medical marijuana dispensaries in Hawaii burns out amid legal concerns

Hawaii kills medical marijuana dispensary measure

HONOLULU – A proposal to create medical marijuana dispensaries in Hawaii has gone up in smoke.
The idea is dead because the House Judiciary Committee refused to consider the measure before a legislative deadline Thursday.
Committee Chairman Rep. Jon Riki Karamatsu says he was worried that marijuana dispensaries would fuel illegal sales …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Up in smoke: idea for medical marijuana dispensaries in Hawaii burns out amid legal concerns.

Bacterium can halt dengue virus transmission

WASHINGTON – Researchers have found a bacterium that can stop dengue viruses from replicating in mosquitoes, Xinhua reported.

“In nature, about 28 percent of mosquito species harbour Wolbachia bacteria, but the mosquitoes that are the primary transmitters of dengue, Aedes aegypti, have no Wolbachia in them,” said Zhiyong Xi, assistant professor of entomology at Michigan … Read more »»».

Unintentional physical activity also helps

WASHINGTON – Make physical activity a part of your daily life, even if it be unintentional.

“If you aren’t in the habit of being physically active, you can run out of energy trying to force yourself to do it everyday,” said David Conroy, associate professor of kinesiology and human development and family studies at … Read : Unintentional physical activity also helps.

How the brain stores memories for specific fears

WASHINGTON – Neuroscientists are clueing into how the brain is capable of holding and retrieving memories for specific fears, revealing a more sophisticated storage and recall capacity than previously thought.

The study may have implications for treating post-traumatic stress syndrome – as scientists begin to understand how different fears are stored in the brain, they … Read more >>>.

Over five in 10 Americans disapprove health care reforms: Poll

WASHINGTON – Just a week after the health care reform bill signed into law, 53 percent Americans disapprove of President Barack Obama’s central domestic policy, according to a new poll.

The CBS News poll found that most Americans (53 percent) are sceptical about the legislation, including 39 percent who say they disapprove strongly, as many expect …. Source article  : Over five in 10 Americans disapprove health care reforms: Poll.

Rescuers send food, letters to trapped Chinese miners

SHANXI – A rescue team sent 360 bags of glucose, each 200 ml, down the 250-meter Wangjialing Coal Mine in Shanxi Province after hearing banging on a metal pipe.

Pan Zengwu, the deputy chief of the Shanxi provincial coal geological bureau, said rescuers heard what …. Original source  : Rescuers send food, letters to trapped Chinese miners.

Brit gran brought back from the dead 114 times!

LONDON – Medics saved a Brit gran 114 times after she repeatedly “died” from sudden adult death syndrome.

Ann Wintram collapsed while watching TV.
“I had been feeling funny and slightly giddy all day. I was watching TV and my husband David noticed I …. Original source  : Brit gran brought back from the dead 114 times!.

Worms-based meds may cure asthma, arthritis

LONDON – Medicines made from worms could treat or even prevent conditions such as asthma and rheumatoid arthritis, say Scottish scientists.

According to the team at the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, secretions from parasitic worms could be used on humans within five years in trials to keep the conditions at bay.
Professor Billy Harnett, [..] Read the original article: here.

Treatment checklist in hospitals can cut death rates

LONDON – Introducing checklists to ensure hospital staff give patients the best possible treatment can significantly reduce mortality rates, a new study has found.

Introducing the checklist system in three London hospitals saw the number of deaths fall by almost 15 percent in a year, according to a team of researchers, including Brian Jarman, a former … Original article on : Treatment checklist in hospitals can cut death rates.

Now free emergency treatment at Assam’s private hospitals

GUWAHATI – Imagine a heart attack or a road accident victim being wheeled into a private hospital and the family members worrying not about the patient’s health but about how will they meet the hospital bills.

In Assam, from now on anyone needing emergency treatment need not bother about the bills. The state government has made … Read more >>.

Poor sleep perception ‘predicts postpartum mood disturbances in new mums’

WASHINGTON – Perception of poor sleep and the conscious awareness of its impact on daytime functioning might be stronger predictors of immediate postpartum mood disturbances than actual sleep quality and quantity in healthy new mothers, says a new study.

The study has been published in …. Original article  : Poor sleep perception ‘predicts postpartum mood disturbances in new mums’.

Positive attitude improves mental health of testicular cancer patients

WASHINGTON – Men with testicular cancer who write positively about their experience show signs of improved mental health afterward, in contrast to men who write negatively or neutrally about their condition, according to results of a Baylor University pilot study.

Dr. Mark Morman, associate professor of communication …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Lockerbie bomber expected to die “within four weeks”

LONDON – Lockerbie bomber Abdelbaset Ali Muhammad al-Megrahi, who was freed from a British prison on “compassion grounds” after being diagnosed for the terminal cancer, is expected to die “within four weeks.”

British cancer specialist Karol Sikora, who had advised the Scottish government to free Megrahi, said the convicted terrorist was spending his final days bed-ridden … Read more >>>.

Confidential medical records of Britons sent to India

LONDON – The patient records and confidential medical notes of millions of Britons were being sent to India for processing by the National Health Service (NHS), despite a promise by the government that personal information won’t be sent abroad, a media report said.

The Sunday Times reported that it was the first time that databases containing …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Chandigarh tobacco vendors to be licensed

CHANDIGARH – The Union Territory (UT) of Chandigarh, which holds the distinction of becoming the country’s first smoke-free city in July 2007, is all set to license tobacco vendors in the city so that the provisions of the Control of Tobacco Products Act (COTPA) can be followed more effectively.

“This proposal has already been approved … Original article on : Chandigarh tobacco vendors to be licensed.

Your breast implants could explode: experts

LONDON – Experts fear rogue silicone used in some breast-enhancement implants is at serious risk of bursting.

The material made by French company Poly Implant Prothese (PIP) has been banned by France and Sweden as experts believe that the gel used in the implants could cause inflammation problems in the breast area, reports dailystar.co.uk
British … Original article on : Your breast implants could explode: experts.

Creating public awareness on organ donation

NEW DELHI – A large number of people of all age groups took out a march to spread public awareness about organ donation from neighbouring Noida to Akshardham temple in the national capital on Saturday.

Participants, including doctors, students and patients, …. Original article  : Creating public awareness on organ donation.

Schoolgirl’s life saved after eye test ‘detects brain tumour’

MELBOURNE – A schoolgirl is said to have been saved from death when a routine eye test helped in detecting a brain tumour.

According to the Sun, Danielle Forster, 12, had complained of migraines and blurred vision in one eye but doctors reportedly …. Original source  : Schoolgirl’s life saved after eye test ‘detects brain tumour’.

Aging gene could help alter immunity in humans

LONDON – Scientists have discovered that study of a gene called DAF-16 which is found in many animals, including humans, could open up new avenues for altering ageing, immunity and resistance in humans.

DAF-16 is strongly involved in determining the rate of ageing and average lifespan of the lab worm C. elegans and its close evolutionary …. Source article  : Aging gene could help alter immunity in humans.

Thyroid condition increases stroke risk in young adults

WASHINGTON – Young adults with overactive thyroids face a 44 percent increased risk of stroke compared to those with normal thyroid functions, a new study says.

“Strokes of undetermined cause account for between one-third and one-fourth of all ischemic strokes in young people,” Herng-Ching Lin, senior study author and professor at the School of Health Care … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Thyroid condition increases stroke risk in young adults.