Asia’s first mobile physiotherapy clinic launched in Delhi

NEW DELHI – With the launch of Asia’s first physiotherapy clinic on wheels Friday in the capital, you can now be cured of your ailments right at your doorstep.

The green and white van decorated with marigold flowers was launched by Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit at her residence. The service, started by a group of … Read more »»».

Single shot vaccine for all flu types in offing

LONDON – A “universal” flu vaccine that protects against many strains of virus could be available within a few years, scientists have said.

They believe that they have solved the problem of designing a “one fits all” jab by using a new two-step approach to immunisation.
Early safety trials of the vaccine have already … Original source on Gaea Times at : Single shot vaccine for all flu types in offing.

Britons report more sick days than other Europeans

LONDON – Britons put out 35 million sick notes every year, more any other European country, and the culture is costing the economy billions of pounds in lost production, benefits and health care.

The soaring absence rate in Britain is equivalent to every worker taking at least one day off. Almost half of Britons who work … Read more >>.

Canada launches global study to find dengue cure

TORONTO – With no drugs available for dengue fever and the disease assuming endemic proportions in countries like India and reaching the US for the first time in 40 years, a multi-million dollar study has been launched at Canada’s McMaster University to contain the virus.

Prof Mark Loeb of the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Canada launches global study to find dengue cure.

Cut down salt intake to prevent heart problems

WASHINGTON – Restricting the amount of salt or sodium chloride in food can lower the risk of cardiovascular morbidities, concluded researchers.

Dieter Klaus and colleagues said that people whose intake of dietary sodium chloride is in excess of 6 g per day increase their risk of cardiovascular morbidities and hypertension.

This is particularly notable in view … Original article on : Cut down salt intake to prevent heart problems.

Why a low cal diet can help you live longer

WASHINGTON – Scientists reveal why a restricted diet can lead to a longer lifespan and reduce incidence of age-related diseases – even if adopted late in life.

Scientists at the BBSRC Centre for Integrated Systems Biology of Ageing and Nutrition (CISBAN) at Newcastle University set out to find why a restricted diet affects cell senescence.

“Our research, …. Source  : Why a low cal diet can help you live longer.

Stroke risk doubles for an hour after drinking alcohol: Study

WASHINGTON – The risk of stroke appears to double in the hour after consuming just one drink – be it wine, beer or hard liquor – according to a new study.

The study found that in 390 ischemic stroke patients, compared with times when alcohol wasn’t being used, the relative risk of stroke after alcohol consumption …. Original source  : Stroke risk doubles for an hour after drinking alcohol: Study.

How cranberry juice battles urinary tract infections

WASHINGTON – If you love cranberry juice, you are in luck – scientists have discovered that it can fight off urinary tract infections in people.

The research illuminates the basic mechanics of E. coli infections, possibly leading to new antibiotic drugs and infection-resistant materials for invasive medical devices.

Urinary infections are caused when virulent E. coli adhere … Original article on : How cranberry juice battles urinary tract infections.

Social, economic factors blamed for obesity

STOCKHOLM – Social and economic factors are the main reasons behind the difficulty to reduce obesity problems.

Obesity is not just a problem of weight, but a problem related to the total economic, social, environmental and behavioural changes, Gary Egger, an expert from Southern Cross University of Australia, said at the 11th International Congress on Obesity …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Social, economic factors blamed for obesity.

FDA panel raises concerns over memory lapses seen with experimental weight loss drug

FDA panel worries about psych effects of diet pill

GAITHERSBURG, MD. – Federal health experts say they have concerns about a highly anticipated weight loss drug’s side effects on memory and concentration.
The panel of Food and Drug Administration advisers is scheduled to vote later this afternoon on whether to recommend approval for Vivus Inc.’s drug Qnexa.
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