75 percent health mission funds not utilised in Himachal

SHIMLA – The Himachal Pradesh government has failed to utilise 75 percent of funds allocated under the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) in the last four years due to non-existence of 24-hour healthcare facilities, the Comptroller Auditor General of India (CAG) has said.

Seventy five percent of the Rs.119.85 crore received from the central government … Read this article on Gaea Times at : 75 percent health mission funds not utilised in Himachal.

Renal specialist denies recommending ‘Dr. Death’ Patel for performing surgery

BRISBANE – A renal specialist has strenuously denied recommending Indian-origin Dr. Jayant Patel for performing an allegedly fatal operation on a seriously unwell patient.

Under cross-examination in the Supreme Court in Brisbane yesterday, The Age quoted Dr. Peter …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Drugs worth millions seized in Ludhiana

LUDHIANA – Special Branch and Anti-Narcotics Cell Police personnel in Ludhiana seized drugs worth 12.5 million and arrested a person, suspected of drug smuggling.

The arrested has been identified as Sandeep Kumar.
Police recovered 200 grams of cocaine worth rupees 10 million and 100 grams of smack worth rupees 2.5 million.
R K Jalhotra, Assistant Commissioner …. Original source  : Drugs worth millions seized in Ludhiana.

Fathers of sexually abused kids can suffer from anxiety, depression

WASHINGTON – Fathers of sexually abused children can suffer from anxiety, depression and grief, a new study has shown.

According to the Universiti de Montrial study, such patriarchs are often overwhelmed by a desire for vengeance, yet little literature exists to help … Original source on Gaea Times at : Fathers of sexually abused kids can suffer from anxiety, depression.

Diet alone not enough for drastic weight loss

WASHINGTON – Simply reducing caloric intake is not enough to promote significant weight loss, concludes a new study.

The research by scientists at Oregon Health and Science University is published in the April edition of the American Journal of Physiology – Regulatory, Integrative and Comparative Physiology.
“In the …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Diet alone not enough for drastic weight loss.

Drink tap water to avoid dentist’s drill

WASHINGTON – Drinking tap water may help you avoid dentist’s drill, concludes a new study.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that tooth decay, if left untreated, can cause pain and infections that hinder eating, speaking, playing and learning. … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Drink tap water to avoid dentist’s drill.

Bariatric surgery ‘cuts risk of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy’

LONDON – Bariatric surgery significantly reduces risk of dangerous hypertensive disorders in pregnancy, a new study claims.
Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy include gestational hypertension, preeclampsia and eclampsia.
“We have long known that women who have …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Bariatric surgery ‘cuts risk of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy’.

Smoking ‘counteracts moderate drinking benefit on stroke risk’

WASHINGTON – Any beneficial effect of drinking moderate amounts of alcohol on stroke may be counteracted by cigarette smoking, says a new study.

The research will be presented as part of the late-breaking science program at the American Academy …. Original source  : Smoking ‘counteracts moderate drinking benefit on stroke risk’.

Aspirin could be the best remedy for migraine

WASHINGTON – A 1000mg dose of aspirin can reduce the pain of a migraine headache within two hours, a ne study has found.

It also reduces any associated nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light or sound (photophobia or phonophobia), the study found.
Formulations of aspirin 900 mg together with … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Aspirin could be the best remedy for migraine.

Certain anticonvulsant meds use linked to increased suicide risk

WASHINGTON – Use of certain anticonvulsant medications may be associated with an increased risk of suicide, attempted suicide or violent death, according to an analysis of prescription and clinical data.

The study has been published in the April 14 issue of JAMA.
Anticonvulsant medications are a primary therapeutic approach …. Original article  : Certain anticonvulsant meds use linked to increased suicide risk.