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Head injury could amplify depression in survivors of torture Washington, Nov 7 : Head injuries could aggravate depression and other emotional symptoms in survivors of torture and other traumatic experiences, according to a study from the Harvard Program in Refugee Trauma (HPRT), based in the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Department of Psychiatry.

1930s gonorrhea drug could fight cancer Washington, Nov 7 : Drug, acriflavine, used in the 1930s for treating gonorrhea, has now been found beneficial in battling cancer, according to a new study at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

Novel drug candidate may help treat inherited muscular wasting disease Washington, Nov 7 : Scientists from University of Oregon and the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in New York have discovered a potential drug candidate that may help treat inherited muscular wasting disease.

Arthritis drug may help treat inflammation in Graves' eye disease patients Washington, Nov 7 : A drug used to treat rheumatoid arthritis has been found effective in reducing inflammation in patients with Graves' eye disease after steroids failed.

Eight cups of tea a day can boost your heart and brain London, November 07 : Drinking eight cups of tea daily might sound a bit too much for some people, but health experts say the intake can help fight heart disease, improve brain power and also boost longevity.

Indian doctor condemned over miracle cure claims London, Nov 7 : A Indian doctor has come under fire over claims of treating incurable or terminal illnesses using embryonic stem cells without any safety trials and randomised clinical studies.

Both genetics and environmental factors determine asthma risk Washington, Nov 7 : It's not just genes, environmental exposure too determines if a person would develop asthma, says a leading expert.

Dark chocolate 'protects skin against sun's ageing effects' Melbourne, Nov 7 : Dark chocolate can protect the skin against the ageing effects of the sun, says a new research.

Soon, simple blood test to tell if a women is at Alzheimer's risk Washington, Nov 5 : A simple blood test could soon determine if a women is suffering from Alzheimer's disease, long before any signs of illness, concludes a new study.

Modification urged for H1N1 protection among healthcare employees Washington, Nov 7 : N95 respirators don't offer additional protection against H1N1 influenza than provided by the use of surgical masks, infectious disease experts have said.

'Alternate-day' fasting the best bet to fight flab Washington, November 07 : Alternate-day fasting can be the right way lose weight and boost cardio-vascular health, experts from University of Illinois at Chicago have suggested.

Exposure to air pollution increases infants' bronchiolitis risk Washington, Nov 6 : Increased exposure to air pollution might put infants at an increased risk of developing bronchiolitis, reveals a new study.

Common pain reliever may trigger asthma in children and adults Washington, Nov 6 : Widely used pain reliever acetaminophen may be associated with an increased risk of asthma and wheezing in both children and adults exposed to the drug, finds a new research.

New approach to prevent spinal cord damage Washington, Nov 6 : Scientists from Weill Cornell Medical College have suggested a new approach to prevent paralysis following a spinal cord injury.

Novel synthetic molecules boost immune response to HIV and prostate cancer Washington, Nov 6 : Synthetic molecules developed by researchers at Yale University could enhance the body's immune response to HIV and HIV-infected cells, and prostate cancer cells.

Radiation can prevent cancer relapse after surgery Sydney, Nov 6 : High-risk melanoma patients who are treated with radiation after surgery have a significantly lower risk of their cancer returning to the lymph nodes, compared to those patients who do not have radiation therapy, according to new research.

Poor kidney function may increase heart attack risk Washington, Nov 6 : Poor kidney function may increase an individual's risk for suffering heart failure, heart attack, peripheral arterial disease and early death, reveals a new study.

Gene therapy helps two kids suffering from fatal brain disease Washington, Nov 6 : Scientists are reporting a new breakthrough in the ongoing battle against a fatal brain disease called adrenoleukodystrophy using gene therapy.

'Smart bombs' could kill tumours London, Nov 6 : Raising hopes of a breakthrough on prostate cancer, scientists are for the first time preparing to test a seek-and-destroy treatment-called 'smart bombs'-on humans.

New technique offers breast reconstruction, tummy tuck after mastectomy Washington, Nov 6 : Scientists have come up with a new plastic surgery technique that offers women the option of breast reconstruction after mastectomy that also provides a tummy tuck.

New therapy shows promise in treating advanced leukemia Washington, Nov 6 : Scientists from Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Centre have come up with a novel treatment that would improve survival rates of leukemia and pre-leukemia patients.

Oral contraceptives 'beneficial' for asthmatic women Washington, Nov 6 : A new study has found that oral contraceptives might benefit women with asthma.

Non-invasive treatment for major depression Washington, Nov 6 : Patients suffering from major depression now have a safe, effective, non-drug treatment, thanks to the Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Clinic opened by Rush University Medical Center.

People living in volcanic areas 'at increased thyroid cancer risk' Washington, Nov 6 : A new study has revealed that people living in volcanic areas may be at a higher risk of thyroid cancer.

Phosphorus levels in blood may predict heart disease risk Washington, Nov 6 : A new study has found a link between higher levels of phosphorus in the blood and increased calcification of the coronary arteries- a key marker of heart disease risk.

Childhood scents get 'etched' onto the brain Washington, Nov 6 : Childhood memories, like the smell of your favourite school teacher's perfume or the aroma of grandma's fresh baked cookies, etch themselves into the brain's emotional memory, say Israeli scientists.

Dentists can identify patients at risk of fatal heart attacks Washington, Nov 6 : Dentists can do more than just taking care of your oral health-they can help determine your risk for fatal heart attack, says a new study.

Green tea may help fight oral cancer Washington, Nov 6 : Green tea extract has been found effective in preventing oral cancer, say researchers at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Centre.

Rare brain disorder which causes dementia is genetic London, Nov 5 : New research shows that a rare brain disorder that causes early dementia is highly hereditary.

Marijuana could prove helpful for post-traumatic stress disorder patients Washington, Nov 5 : A new Israeli study has found that the use of cannabinoids (marijuana) could help in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder patients.

New discovery may lead to improved Alzheimer's treatment Washington, Nov 5 : Scientists from University of Michigan have developed new molecular tools that may offer a potential treatment for Alzheimer's disease.

How to boost nutritional value of pumpkins, squash Washington, Nov 5 : Carotenoids, which give white, yellow, and orange hues to pumpkins and squash, could help breeders improve the vegetables' nutritional value, say researchers.

New therapy eradicates cancer cells without targeting healthy ones Washington, Nov 5 : Researchers are close to developing a cancer treatment that kills malignant cells whilst leaving healthy cells untouched.

Drug candidate for treating spinal muscular atrophy identified Washington, Nov 5 : Scientists have identified a chemical cousin of the common antibiotic tetracycline that might be useful in treating spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), a currently incurable disease that is the leading genetic cause of death in infants.

Chemo-radiation combo may avert prostate cancer recurrence Washington, Nov 5 : Radiation therapy, in combination with chemotherapy before prostate removal, has been found safe for cancer patients and may reduce the risk of recurrence, say researchers.

Supplements can raise asthma risk Sydney, Nov 5 : Researchers have identified a link between folic acid supplements taken in late pregnancy and allergic asthma in children aged between 3 and 5, suggesting that the timing of supplementation in pregnancy is important.

'Muffin-top' tweens rising Down Under Melbourne, Nov 5 : One in three girls aged between nine and 13 is overweight or obese, a new Australian study has showed.

Paediatric physicians turn to religion in times of medical crisis Washington, Nov 5 : Paediatric oncologists are likely to accept religion as a resort when medicine has failed the patient, according to a new study.

Turmeric may help offer treatments for colon cancer, psoriasis, Alzheimer's Washington, Nov 5 : Curcumin, an ingredient commonly found in yellow curry, is being viewed as a promising disease-fighter. Scientists are working on developing nano-sized capsules containing the curry ingredient in an effort to improve its absorption and effectiveness in the body.

Scientists create lung tissue from human embryonic stem cells Washington, Nov 5 : In a breakthrough study, scientists from Free University of Brussels, Belgium have successfully created lung tissue with human embryonic stem cells.

Yoga can reduce chronic low back pain Washington, Nov 5 : Yoga may be more effective than standard treatment in reducing chronic low back pain in minority populations, according to a new study.

We sense our heartbeat with our skin London, Nov 5 : There are two brain pathways involved in how we perceive our own thumping heart, claims a new University of Iowa study.

Pictorial warnings in cigarettes largely ineffective: Study Mumbai, Nov 4 : Pictorial warnings on cigarette packs in place since June are 'ineffective and are violative of law', a study stated here today.

Drug that raises good cholestrol can also clear arteries: Study By Dipankar De Sarkar, London, Nov 4 : A study led by an Indian-origin researcher has found that a drug that raises levels of 'good' cholesterol can also help clear clogged arteries in heart patients who are already on standard statin therapy, Oxford University announced Wednesday.

Potential therapeutic target for curbing inflammation in fat people identified Washington, Nov 4 : Researchers from University of California, San Diego have identified a potential therapeutic target for curbing inflammation in obese people.

Eating quickly can make you overeat Washington, Nov 4 : Gorging on your favourite meal can make you overeat, say researchers.

All work and no play makes Jack a 'depressed' boy Melbourne, Nov 4 : Kids who do not get enough playtime in early childhood, tend to suffer from depression and mental illness in adolescence, says an Aussie expert.

A 'spoonful of sugar' may reduce life expectancy Washington, Nov 4 : If a new study on worms is anything to go by, all the sugar in your diet could spell much more than obesity and type 2 diabetes-it might take years off your life.

Reducing consumption of junk food can cut chronic disease risk Washington, Nov 4 : Reducing the consumption of processed and fried foods, which are high in toxins called Advanced Glycation End products (AGEs), can reduce inflammation and actually help restore the body's natural defences regardless of age or health status, according to a new study.

Low cholesterol may cut risk for high-grade prostate cancer Washington, Nov 4 : Men with low cholesterol levels are less likely to suffer from aggressive form of prostate cancer, say researchers.

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