Estrogen therapy ‘ups kidney stones risk’ in postmenopausal women

WASHINGTON – A new report has suggested that the use of estrogen therapy is associated with an increased risk of developing kidney stones in postmenopausal women.

Using data from the national Women’s Health Initiative study, Naim M. Maalouf, of the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, examined data from two trials: 10,739 postmenopausal women with …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Infertile cancer sufferer becomes dad 14 years after freezing sperm

LONDON – An infertile cancer sufferer has now become a father of a 14-month-old daughter, thanks to freezing his sperm 14 years ago before his chemotherapy.

James Hodgson, 28, from Fareham, Hampshire, was 14 when he was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma after finding a lump on his neck.

He froze his sperm before undergoing intensive chemotherapy, as …. Source  : Infertile cancer sufferer becomes dad 14 years after freezing sperm.

Turn off the light at night to lose weight

WASHINGTON – It is well known that too much junk food and lack of exercise makes us fat. But a new research suggests there may be another factor at play: too much light at night.

The study in mice has shown that persistent exposure to light at night may lead to weight gain, even without changing …. Original article  : Turn off the light at night to lose weight.

Living under a flight path ‘ups heart attack risk by 30pc’

LONDON – A new study has indicated that living under a flight path increases the chances of a fatal heart attack.

Scientists say the constant noise from roaring aircraft engines increases the risk by at least 30 per cent.

Researchers are unsure why noisy planes are so dangerous – but believe they raise stress levels, disrupt sleep …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Living under a flight path ‘ups heart attack risk by 30pc’

LONDON – A new study has indicated that living under a flight path increases the chances of a fatal heart attack.

Scientists say the constant noise from roaring aircraft engines increases the risk by at least 30 per cent.

Researchers are unsure why noisy planes are so dangerous – but believe they raise stress levels, disrupt sleep …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Living under a flight path ‘ups heart attack risk by 30pc’.

Mild electric shocks could help ease your blues

LONDON – A device that emits a mild electric shock to your forehead nerves during sleep could help cure blues.

The mobile phone sized gadget is wired up to two electrodes that are stuck to the forehead at bedtime. The current generated is so mild that sleep is rarely disturbed.
Throughout the night, … Read more »»».

Obese policemen made ‘fit’ in Coimbatore

COIMBATORE – Tamil Nadu police launched fitness programme for the police personnel who are suffering from obesity. About sixty policemen attended the programme.

The two-day training programme, which began on Saturday was initiated after a survey established that several policemen suffered from obesity, due to lack of fitness regime and proper food habits.

The sub-inspectors and constables … Read more »».

Most spinal injuries in India caused by accidents: Study

NEW DELHI – Road accidents account for the largest number of disabilities and spinal cord injuries in India, a study has revealed.

The Indian Spinal Injuries Centre (ISIC) which conducted the study, said in a statement Monday that 43.5 percent injuries are caused by road accidents. The study analysed 1,138 patients treated in ISIC who … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Most spinal injuries in India caused by accidents: Study.

Arthritis can hit even the physically active (World Arthritis Day Oct 12)

NEW DELHI – Does arthritis affect only those who don’t exercise? Experts say sportspersons, dancers and others with high physical activity too are at risk, mainly due to joint injuries.

Sprains, swollen muscles, knee injuries and fractures have been found to be the reason for developing osteoarthritis, a type of arthritis that is caused by …. Original article  : Arthritis can hit even the physically active (World Arthritis Day Oct 12).

Taiwanese did not get superbug infection in India: New Delhi

NEW DELHI – After one of the two Taiwanese nationals injured in the Jama Masjid shooting was detected with superbug, New Delhi Monday said the infection was not acquired during his stay in India. The union health ministry indicated he could have caught the bug earlier.

“From the uneventful recovery of the patient after the …. Original source  : Taiwanese did not get superbug infection in India: New Delhi.