Childhood maltreatment may make children to age quickly
U. S. researchers have said that children who suffer physical or emotional abuse may face accelerated aging as adults.
The DNA of healthy adults who had a history of childhood maltreatment, were examined by Audrey Tyrka and her colleagues from Butler Hospital and Brown University in Providence, R. I.
Many disinfectants not capable to curb norovirus
Canadian researchers have found that some 40 percent of commercial disinfectants used for surfaces are believed to be ineffective in eliminating noroviruses.
Responsible for more than half of all foodborne gastroenteritis outbreaks, Noroviruses are a group of viruses.
Diabetics who have less trust in others mostly have shorter lives
Those with diabetes who found it hard to trust others had a higher mortality rate, U. S. researchers have found.
However, the exact mechanisms behind the link between relationship style and mortality rate were not yet known and further research was needed, said the researchers at the University of Washington in Seattle.
A new TB booster may prove to be better than present vaccine
A booster may help tuberculosis resistance in already vaccinated adults, researchers in South Africa have said.
Pediatric medical homes prove to be more efficient
Families benefit greatly from a medical home program with a constant source of care, typically a pediatrician, U. S. researchers have suggested.
The program also resulted in families depending less on the emergency room -- the country's most expensive form of care delivery, said researchers at Mattel Children's Hospital and the University of California, Los Angeles.
Attractive Women Linked to Men Taking More Risks
Researchers in Australia have suggested that the presence of an attractive woman boosts testosterone levels in young men, triggering their capacity for physical risk.
Women Keep Quiet about Their Sexual Conquests with Men: Survey
No more clichéd surveys. For a less boring survey, read on.
A Sex and The City-esque survey has revealed that though women are hugely open with the idea of sex on first date nowadays, they are far more discreet when it comes to sharing their escapades with their friends, unlike men.
Fish may Treat Bowel Cancer
According to a recent study published in the journal Gut, a purified form of an omega 3 cuts the number and size of precancerous bowel growths, in the people whose genetic form makes them fall prey to bowel cancer.
Antidepressants Good For Physically Ill Too
It has been revealed through intense studies that depression patients who are suffering from any kind of physical illness can also be treated effectively by using antidepressants. As many as 3603 patients were involved in the survey with their illnesses ranging from stroke to cancer.
Decoding of Opium Poppy Leads to Inexpensive Pain-Relievers
The decoding of opium poppy by Canadian researchers has lead to comparatively less costly mass production of the present pain killers which are sold at high prices. Morphine is the most demanded pain killer throughout the world.
The researchers at Canada's University of Calgary have found that opium poppy allows it to make codeine and then morphine painkiller.
Diabetes Patients Lowering Their BP and Cholesterol Do Not Reduce Heart Risks
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An extensive federal study claims that diabetics, who lower their blood pressure and cholesterol to below current guidelines, are not bringing down the risks of their heart problems, which is a very common misconception.
Erectile Dysfunction Triggers Heart Problems: Research
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Experts have cautioned men suffering from erectile dysfunction to go for routine check-ups for cardiovascular problems.
In their research, scientists found that men suffering from erectile dysfunction have strong possibilities of developing heart diseases.
Inadequate Sleep and Related Issues
It has been discovered time and again that people nowadays do not tend to sleep as much as required, and studies have revealed that inadequate sleep could very well be a result of one sleep disorder or another.
Body Part Regeneration Probable with the Discovery of Gene P21
An international team of scientists, led by the Wistar Institute of Sciences in Philadelphia, claims to have discovered the gene responsible for regeneration of body parts.
These scientists maintain that the function of p21 gene is to hinder the process of regrowth. Once this gene is blocked, regeneration and, thereby, healing can occur.
Bacteria on Hands Can Reveal Your Identity
A new and revelatory study, published on Monday in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, has shown that one day a person's identity could be determined by studying the bacteria living on his/her hands. This could become an important forensic clue for tracking criminals.
Lowering BP a Risk For Patients with Diabetes, Heart Disease
A University of Florida researcher has recommended being cautious in reducing blood pressure in patients with diabetes and coronary disease, citing that it may not be the ideal route to good health.
Food sensitivity Shows Variation From Country to Country, Study
A new study initiated by the Imperial College London revealed to have discovered that food sensitivity rates differ from country to country.
It specifically discovered that people from US, Germany, Italy and Norway suffered more from food sensitivity reactions.
Gum Disease in Pregnancy Linked to Preterm Births
A new study conducted by the researchers at the University of Pennsylvania suggest that pregnant women suffering from untreated gum diseases are more susceptible to have premature babies compared to would-be-mothers having a better oral health.
The study claims that successful treatment for gum disease can reduce the risk of pregnant women giving birth early.
Total Knee Replacement Surgery a National Trend Among younger Patients
A research team spearheaded by the Mayo Clinic has revealed to discover a national trend among younger, more diverse patients having total knee replacement surgery.
The findings were reportedly uncovered today at the 2010 annual meeting of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (http://www.aaos.org/education/anmeet/anmeet.asp) in New Orleans.
Researchers Discover “Heater Bees” in the Hives
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A recent research on honey bees has found a special type of bee which performs the function of providing warmth in the hives working as the radiator.
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