Scientists find answer to why ‘love is blind’
Sydney, Jan 9 - In a world-first study, a team of Australian scientists investigated the link between the human brain’s behavioural activation system (BAS) and romantic love and decoded why “love is blind”.
New AI tool can detect Covid infection from chest X-rays 98% accuracy
Sydney, Jan 9 - Australian researchers have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) system that can rapidly detect Covid-19 from chest X-rays with more than 98 per cent accuracy, and may be more beneficial than the currently used RT-PCR test.
IIT Madras’ new portable analyser to diagnose skin conditions non-invasively
Chennai, Jan 8 - Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras have developed a portable device that can be used to assess alterations in skin conditions up to a depth of 2 mm.
AI-based new catheter to help prevent bacterial infections
New York, Jan 8 - US researchers have designed a new type of catheter tube, optimised by novel artificial intelligence (AI) technology, that impedes the upstream mobility of bacteria, without the need for antibiotics or other chemical antimicrobial methods.
Pod-based e-cig with higher nicotine can cause irregular heartbeat: Study
New York, Jan 8 - The nicotine in certain types of e-cigarettes may be more harmful than others, increasing the risk for irregular heartbeat or heart arrhythmias, according to a study.
Epilepsy drug may help slow joint degeneration in osteoarthritis
New York, Jan 8 - A drug used to treat epilepsy may help alleviate joint degeneration associated with osteoarthritis, finds a study.
Hry covers half of state’s population with free medical treatment up to Rs 5L
Chandigarh, Jan 5 - The Haryana government has implemented the Ayushman-Chirayu Haryana Yojana by covering nearly half of the state's population for free medical treatment of up to Rs 5 lakh at both government and private hospitals, an official statement said on Friday.
Pfizer’s Paxlovid antiviral drug does not reduce risk of long Covid: Study
New York, Jan 5 - US pharma giant Pfizer's antiviral drug Paxlovid (Nirmatrelvir-ritonavir) does not reduce the risk of developing long Covid for vaccinated, non-hospitalized individuals, according to a study.
IIT Kanpur’s research offers new hope in cancer & brain disorders
Kanpur (UP), Jan 5 - The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT-K) has achieved a breakthrough in biomedical research, with their study of G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) and chemokine receptor D6, shedding new light on the potential treatment of cancer and brain disorders
LG Chem signs deal to sell rights to anti-obesity drug to US’ Rhythm Pharma
Seoul, Jan 5 -South Korean chemical company LG Chem on Friday signed a deal to sell the global licensing rights for an anti-obesity drug candidate named LB54640 to a US' Rhythm Pharmaceuticals for up to US$305 million, the media reported.
Scientists develop new antibiotic that can kill drug-resistant superbug
New York, Jan 4 - A team of US scientists have developed a novel antibiotic that can kill a drug-resistant superbug, known to kill about half of all patients who acquire it.
US appeals court rules Texas can ban emergency abortions despite federal guidance
Houston, Jan 3 - The 5th US Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that Texas can ban emergency abortions, despite President Joe Biden's administration arguing that federal guidance should take priority over state laws banning the procedure.
Study finds new gene mutation that protects against Parkinson’s
New York, Jan 3 - A team of US researchers have identified a previously unknown genetic mutation in a small protein that provides significant protection against Parkinson's disease.
Indian-origin MIT engineer develops vibrating pill to help treat obesity
New York, Jan 3 - An Indian-origin engineer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has developed a new vibrating and ingestible capsule that could create a sense of fullness, tricking the brain into thinking it's time to stop eating, and one day
Anxiety and trouble in sleeping new symptoms of JN.1: Report
New Delhi, Jan 2 - Health authorities in the UK have identified anxiety and trouble in sleeping as new symptoms of the latest Covid-19 sub-variant JN.1, according to a report.
AI offers promise for earlier & accurate liver cancer diagnosis
London, Jan 1 - The advances in artificial intelligence (AI) technology could revolutionise Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) diagnosis, leading to earlier detection and improved patient outcomes.
India reports 743 new COVID-19 cases in 24 hrs; 3,997 active cases
New Delhi, Dec 30 - In the past 24 hours, India has recorded 743 new COVID-19 cases, 54 cases less from Friday, while current number of active cases stands at 3,997.
Very concerned about infectious diseases in Gaza: WHO Chief Tedros
New Delhi, Dec 30 - World Health Organization Chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has said that he is “very concerned” about the growing threat of infectious diseases in the Gaza Strip.
Poliovirus detected from parts of Pakistan: Health Ministry
Islamabad, Dec 30 - Polioviruses have been detected in the environmental samples from four districts in Pakistan, according to the country's Ministry of National Health Services Regulations and Coordination.
RMLIMS introduces prepaid cash cards for patients
Lucknow, Dec 29 - Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences (RMLIMS) is set to introduce a prepaid cash cards facility like metro, eliminating the need to stand in long queues at payment counters and to simplify and streamline patient service.