health
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Nov 21, 2016 16:25 IST
No relief to Asaram in rape cases, next hearing on November 28
In a major setback to self-styled religious guru Asaram Bapu, the Supreme Court on Monday refused to give him relief in connection with two rape cases registered against him.
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Nov 21, 2016 14:02 IST
All you need to know about endurance training this marathon season
If you are sweating it over to step up your fitness game, we have got you covered. Here, doctor and endurance runner Dr Andrew Murray gives expert advice on how to take your workout to the next level.
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Nov 21, 2016 12:57 IST
Massive celebrations in the offing as AIADMK prepares for Amma’s return
A glimpse into what can be expected on her return was on display when the Tamil Nadu chief minister was moved out from the critical care unit to a special ward on Saturday evening, when hundreds of party cadres, leaders and well-wishers broke out into...
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Nov 21, 2016 12:42 ISTWorld’s heaviest man put on a crash diet
The reportedly heaviest man in the world is preparing to undergo treatment in Mexico to shed excess from his 500-kilo weight, as doctors fear for his life. According to media, 32-year-old Juan Pedro weighs 500 kilos and is largely bed-ridden due to his large size. He will be put on a treatment to help shed some weight. Juan Pedro has battled obesity all of his life, but the problem took a turn for the worse following an injury at 17. (Reuters)
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Nov 21, 2016 11:58 IST
If you’re epileptic, opt for a planned pregnancy for healthier babies
Planning your pregnancy and managing it properly can go a long way in containing the negative effects of epilepsy in epileptic women, says a new study.
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Nov 21, 2016 11:12 IST
Short or poor sleep can worsen kidney function: Study
Sleep disorders -- poor or short -- can lead to kidney malfunction in patients with chronic kidney disease, says a new study.
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Nov 21, 2016 08:37 IST
Fitness guru Shilpa Shetty promotes healthy diet for children
Fitness conscious Shilpa Shetty ensures that son Viaan too follows a healthy diet. She has been conducting health sessions with parents to educate them about healthy eating habits.
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Nov 20, 2016 16:03 IST
Don’t overeat as you may be at risk of liver disease, says study
A new study in the US has shown that obesity is closely associated with liver disease. Hence, it is best not to overeat.
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Nov 20, 2016 14:49 IST
Childhood obesity: Kids glued to video games at higher risk of diabetes
Doctors in Ahmedabad have found that kids who spend time on playstations, video games and smartphones, then to develop type 2 diabetes and do so early in life.
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Nov 20, 2016 13:59 IST
Retina tissue of the eye can reveal onset of Alzheimer’s disease: Study
According to a new study in the US, the retina of the eye could help reveal the onset of Alzheimer’s disease.
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Nov 20, 2016 13:27 IST
Finally an answer! Here’s why women beat men at multitasking
As new study has revealed that multitasking is harder for men as they have to mobilise more areas of their brain and use additional energy than women when switching attention between tasks.
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Nov 20, 2016 01:08 IST
Blood banks run dry in Mumbai, get few donors after Diwali
The shortage has hit patients and their families
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Nov 19, 2016 22:05 IST
Wracked from within: In tribal Madhya Pradesh, TB continues to kill
There are families in these regions who are still losing as many as three members each as this curable disease spreads, unnoticed.
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Nov 19, 2016 15:15 IST
Zika no longer a world public health emergency: WHO
The World Health Organization announced that the Zika virus outbreak, linked to deformations in babies’ heads and brains, no longer poses a world public health emergency, though it warned the epidemic remains a challenge.
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Nov 19, 2016 15:14 IST
Diet tip: Add avocado extract to your food to prevent bacterial illness
Research suggests that extracts from avocado seeds can potentially be used as a natural additive incorporated into ready-to-eat foods to control microbes that cause Listeria.
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Nov 19, 2016 14:42 IST
Warning: Shedding excess weight can save you from benign blood disorder
Now you have one more reason to shed your excess weight. It can increase the risk that a benign blood disorder will progress into cancer, according to a new study which suggests that shedding extra kilos may prevent the deadly disease.
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Nov 19, 2016 13:55 IST
Reducing the amount of salt we consume can keep heart, kidney healthy
Reducing sodium intake may provide benefits to health of kidney and heart among the patients with chronic kidney disease, a new study has claimed.
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Nov 19, 2016 12:41 IST
Communication failure: That’s why wounds take longer to heal in older people
Wounds take longer to heal in older people because of disruption in communication between skin cells and the immune system with age, a new study has found.
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Nov 19, 2016 12:08 IST
Balaghat sterilisation camp: HC registers suo motu PIL, serves notices
The MP high court has registered a suo motu public interest litigation (PIL) on directives of the apex court pertaining to a sterilisation camp held in Balaghat district in February 2012 wherein surgeries were allegedly done against standard procedu...
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Nov 19, 2016 12:07 IST
Study says women who have their first baby after 25 live into their 90s
A new study claims that women who choose to become first-time mothers at 25 years of age or later may increase their chances of living into their 90s.
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Nov 19, 2016 11:47 IST
Soon a simple saliva test may diagnose kidney diseases
Scientists have developed a new test, a simple saliva test using a dipstick, which could help diagnose kidney diseases.
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Nov 19, 2016 11:44 IST
Tired of the daily grind? Here are 5 ways to beat urban stress
Life in the city could be very stressful, which can play havoc with your well-being. Here are 5 ways to calm yourself while living in chaos.
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Nov 19, 2016 11:04 IST
Kids admitted to ICU are at risk of acute kidney injury
A new research in UK has shown that children who are admitted to pediatrics intensive care unites, tend to develop acute kidney disease later.
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Nov 19, 2016 08:36 IST
Trying hard to lose weight? Why not raise your resting metabolic rate?
‘Resting metabolic rate’ goes a long way in how our body’s metabolism functions; experts share tips to upkeep it.
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Nov 19, 2016 08:07 IST
Something fishy on the platter: Recipes from Delhi’s best chefs
A wholesome, home-cooked meal with fish is something we all long for. Delhi chefs tell you how to put it together in just 10 minutes.
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Nov 18, 2016 19:18 IST
Jaya has recovered, mental functions ‘absolutely normal’: Apollo Hospital
Apollo Hospitals said on Friday Tamil Nadu chief minister J Jayalalithaa’s “mental functions are absolutely normal” and that she can leave for home as and when she wants to, but continues to recuperate in the ICU to avoid any infection.
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Nov 18, 2016 18:45 IST
The unforgettable bride: 5 ways to get a healthy glow on your big day
Every woman wants to look nothing short of ethereal on her wedding day. While aspects such as weight, makeup, hair, the outfit and jewellery are taken care of, women usually forget to give their skin its due share of importance.
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Nov 18, 2016 18:10 IST
Ladies, have your last baby after 35 for a sharper brain in old age
Women who have their last baby after they turn 35, enjoy better brainpower post menopause, claims a recent study.
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Nov 18, 2016 17:20 IST
Shelley Duvall’s struggles with mental illness controversially outed on TV
The Shining actor Shelley Duvall has revealed her struggles with mental illness in an interview with Dr Phil.
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Nov 18, 2016 13:25 IST
Keypads of ATMs you’re visiting are loaded with germs, could even spread STDs
If you’ve been standing in a queue to withdraw money from an automated teller machine (ATM), here’s something you need to be cautious of. The keypads of the machine may be loaded with bacteria from spoiled food to parasites that may also cause sexually...
