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Union Health Minister JP Nadda inaugurates Central Research Laboratory at AIIMS Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, April 12: Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare Jagat Prakash Nadda inaugurated the Central Research Laboratory at AIIMS Bhubaneswar here on Saturday.
Parasitic infection may trigger cancer in cervix after treatment: Study
New Delhi, April 13: New research has revealed that Schistosoma haematobium (S. haematobium), a parasitic infection affecting millions globally, can trigger cancer-related gene activity in the cervical lining, with changes becoming even more pronounced after treatment.
JP Nadda inaugurates Central Research Laboratory at AIIMS Bhubaneswar
New Delhi, April 12: Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Saturday inaugurated Central Research Laboratory at AIIMS Bhubaneswar, marking another milestone in the institute’s journey of growth and excellence.
UK researchers find promising biomarker for early sepsis detection
New Delhi, April 12: A team of UK researchers has found the potential of interleukin-6 (IL-6) as a powerful diagnostic biomarker for the early detection of sepsis in high-risk patient groups, including neonates, children, and pregnant women.
Common respiratory condition fuels death risk by 3x in adults up to a year: Study
New Delhi, April 12: Adults with respiratory syncytial virus-associated acute respiratory infection (RSV-ARI) are likely to be at a 2.7-fold higher risk of death within one year, warned a study.
New blood test offers hope for early detection of Parkinson's disease
Jerusalem, April 12: Israeli researchers have developed a new RNA-based blood test for detecting Parkinson's disease long before symptoms emerge.
Study finds a unique sound which alleviates motion sickness
Washington DC, April 11: A research group has discovered that using a device that stimulates the inner ear with a specific wavelength of sound reduces motion sickness.
Study shows new drug delivery system effective against rare eye cancer
New Delhi, April 11: A team of US researchers has found a new drug delivery system that showed more efficacy and improved the treatment of a rare eye cancer that spreads to liver.
Study links poor oral health with body pain, migraines in women
New Delhi, April 9: Suffering from migraine headaches and body pain? Blame your poor oral health, according to a study on Wednesday.
Indian scientists find protein mutation linked to hearing loss in elderly
New Delhi, April 9: Scientists at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Mohali, in Punjab, have identified a protein mutation that can boost treatment against hearing loss in the elderly population.
US researchers develop simple blood test to predict preeclampsia during pregnancy
New Delhi, April 8: A team of US researchers has developed a simple blood test that can predict preeclampsia -- a serious pregnancy complication characterised by high blood pressure.
Eating only during daytime may prevent heart problems due to night shift: Study
New Delhi, April 8: While shift work is a known risk factor for cardiovascular events, a new study on Tuesday showed that eating only during the daytime may prevent the risks.
Maternal diabetes may raise babies' risk of autism, ADHD: Lancet
New Delhi, April 8: A large study of 56·1 million pregnancies, published in The Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology on Tuesday, has reinforced the link between maternal diabetes and the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Indian scientists develop new magnetic nanoparticles to boost cancer treatments
New Delhi, April 7: A team of scientists from the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST), an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), has developed new magnetic nanoparticles that will help boost treatments against cancer.
Study shows severe obesity may raise risk of 16 common conditions
New Delhi, April 7: People who are obese, particularly severely obese, could be at an increased risk of experiencing 16 common health conditions including obstructive sleep apnoea, Type 2 diabetes, and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, according to a study.
Nanoparticles of toxic metal in MRI scans can infiltrate human tissues: Study
New Delhi, April 6: Scientists have found that a toxic rare earth metal used in MRI scans can generate nanoparticles of the metal in human tissues.
New research could help improve future whooping cough vaccines
Texas, April 5: Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, was formerly a leading cause of death in children in the United States and around the world before vaccines were introduced in the 1940s.
Study warns against surge in antibiotic prescribing in young adults
New Delhi, April 4: Younger people are being increasingly prescribed antibiotics without proper assessment of complication risk, finds a study, warning that this may potentially lead to resistance.
Study finds common blood fat linked to rheumatoid arthritis in women
New Delhi, April 4: Triglycerides -- the most common type of fat in blood -- could be a potential modifiable risk factor for rheumatoid arthritis in women, according to a study.
Molecular stool test shows promise for TB diagnosis in adults with HIV: Study
New Delhi, April 4: Moving beyond the traditional sputum tests, a new study on Friday showed that a molecular stool test may increase detection of tuberculosis (TB) in people living with HIV.
Ultrasound-activated CAR T-cell therapy to enable long-lasting tumour destruction
New Delhi, April 4: US researchers have engineered a new ‘smart’ immune cell that when activated by ultrasound can continuously sense and destroy cancer cells for extended periods.
Heart failure may dent attention span and problem-solving skills early: Study
New Delhi, April 3: People with heart failure are likely to experience a significant decrease in cognitive abilities like attention and problem-solving, according to a study on Thursday.
Blood pressure patterns in early pregnancy can predict hypertension risk years later
New Delhi, April 3: Blood pressure patterns observed in the first half of pregnancy, even among women without hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP), can predict the risk of developing hypertension up to 14 years after giving birth, according to a study.
Reduce your bad cholesterol levels to keep Alzheimer's, dementia at bay
New Delhi, April 2: Lowering bad blood cholesterol may not only be good for your heart but is also crucial to prevent Alzheimer’s as well as dementia, according to a study.
India-American takes office as head of top US medical research body
Washington, April 1: Jayanta 'Jay' Bhattacharya on Tuesday took over as the 18th Director of the US National Institutes of Health, which is the country's premier medical research agency.
New highly accurate blood test to measure progress of Alzheimer's
New Delhi, March 31: US researchers have developed a new blood test that not only aids in the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease but also indicates how far it has progressed.
Prolonged use of antidepressants linked to risk of sudden cardiac death: Study
New Delhi, March 31: People with prolonged use of antidepressants may be at an increased risk of sudden cardiac death, which varies based on age and time of exposure, finds a study.
Study links long-term antidepressant use to increased risk of sudden cardiac death
Vienna, March 31: A new study presented at the European Society of Cardiology's EHRA 2025 congress reveals a concerning link between the use of antidepressants (AD) and an increased risk of sudden cardiac death (SCD), particularly for those with prolonged use of the medication.
Researchers find mechanisms that may lead to inflammatory bowel disease
New York, March 23: A team of scientists has discovered mechanisms of abnormal immune cell function that may lead to Crohn's disease, an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
Scientists link type 2 diabetes with some obesity-related cancers
London, March 23: A new diagnosis of type 2 diabetes (T2D) has been linked to a subsequent increase in the risk of developing some, but not all, obesity related cancers, according to new research.
Antibody-based therapy several notches closer to treat lethal mucormycosis: Study
California, March 22: Mucormycosis, a fungus infection caused by Mucorales, has a high mortality rates in those with weakened immune systems and those who have suffered severe trauma, such as burns, blast injuries, or natural disaster victims.
Non-invasive bladder tests for female incontinence effective: Lancet
New Delhi, March 22: Non-invasive bladder pressure tests work as effectively as invasive assessments that are often embarrassing for women with ongoing urinary incontinence, according to new research, published in the journal The Lancet, on Saturday.
Study links childhood obesity with chronic lung disease later
New Delhi, March 22: Children overweight or obese may be at an increased risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in adulthood, according to a study.
Air pollution behind rising heart attacks in India: Experts
New Delhi, March 21: Air pollution not only affects the lungs but is also behind the increased heart attacks in the country, said public health experts on Friday.
Bharat Biotech launches India's only integrated cell, gene therapy, and viral production facility
Hyderabad, March 20: Bharat Biotech International Limited (BBIL), a pioneer in affordable indigenous vaccine development and manufacturing, announced today the launch of India's only vertically integrated, purpose-designed Cell and Gene Therapy (CGT) Infrastructure and Viral Vector Production Facility at Genome Valley in Telangana's Hyderabad expanding its expertise from vaccine innovation to leading-edge regenerative and personalised therapies that promise hope for millions, said a release.
Lifestyle risks weigh heavier on women's hearts: Study
Washington, March 18: Lifestyle and health factors that are linked with heart disease appear to have a greater impact on cardiovascular risk in women than men, according to a study being presented at the American College of Cardiology's Annual Scientific Session.
Cuba looking to expand engagement with India in Ayurveda, naturopathy: Science Ministry
New Delhi, March 17: Cuba has expressed interest in expanding engagement with India in Ayurveda and naturopathy, said the Ministry of Science and Technology on Monday, at a meeting held here on the occasion of the 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations.
Extreme heat set to double heart disease burden in Australia by 2050
Canberra, March 17: Extreme heat is a major contributor to heart disease in Australia, responsible for 7.3 per cent of the total cardiovascular disease burden, a new study said on Monday.
Scientists find new way of using cells to prevent cancer
Sydney, March 17: Australian researchers have identified a surprising mechanism focusing on telomeres -- protective caps at the ends of chromosomes -- that can help cells defend against cancer.
AI could predict true biological age from 5 drops of blood
New Delhi, March 16: Scientists at Osaka University in Japan have devised a new AI model to estimate a person's biological age — a measure of how well their body has aged, rather than just counting the years since birth.