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IASST study shows existing antidepressant could treat breast cancer
New Delhi, Sep 2 (IANS) An existing antidepressant drug could potentially be used to treat breast cancer, researchers at the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST), an autonomous institute under the Department of!-->…
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Maintain ideal heart rate key for better heart health, say doctors
New Delhi, Sep 2 (IANS) Heart problems are a worldwide plague but maintaining an ideal heart rate may be key in preventing cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) which account for 17.9 million deaths annually, doctors said on Monday.
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Study shows kidney drug can boost treatment outcomes for heart attack patients
New Delhi, Sep 2 (IANS) An international team of researchers, led by one of Indian origin, has demonstrated that a drug used to treat kidney diseases can be safely administered to patients who are hospitalised for acute myocardial!-->…
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Can fish powder help meet protein requirements in children?
New Delhi, Sep 2 (IANS) Fish powder, or fish protein powder, is a dietary supplement made from dried and powdered fish that can help manage the protein gap in children, said health experts as part of National Nutrition Week on Monday.!-->…
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New wearable heart monitor to boost irregular heart rhythm diagnosis
New Delhi, Sep 2 (IANS) US researchers on Monday announced a new wearable, long-term continuous heart monitor that is likely to identify more cases of irregular heart rhythm -- also known as atrial fibrillation linked to the risk of stroke!-->…
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Patients with existing lung problems are more susceptible to lung cancer, warns study
New Delhi, Sep 1 (IANS) People with lung problems like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma, may experience delays in receiving a lung cancer diagnosis, according to a recent study.
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Why water should replace sugar filled beverages
New Delhi, Sep 1 (IANS) The increased consumption of sugar-filled beverages is surging health problems such as Type 2 diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and tooth decay worldwide. Switching sugary drinks with water can be a way to prevent!-->…
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Study explains why treatments for autoimmune, inflammatory diseases raise TB risk
New Delhi, Sep 1 (IANS) Researchers have found how a protein produced by immune cells and used to treat autoimmune and inflammatory diseases raises the risk of tuberculosis (TB).
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