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Bright light makes people more altruistic and honest: Study
"We suggest that brightness may enhance the self-importance of morality and thereby increase ethical behaviour," they said.
Assam bans Gutkha, Pan masala, sets sights on cigarettes next
"Our first aim is to implement the anti-tobacco bill for all forms of smokeless products. After this, our next mission is to ban smoking tobacco... One day we will ban smoked tobacco also," the Health and Family Welfare Minister said.
Obesity may cause chronic inflammation in asthma patients
Importantly, the research established a connection between Type 2 diabetes, obesity and asthma based on biological mechanisms.
Scientists switch off Down's syndrome chromosome, raising hope for cure
Scientists say the in vitro discovery opens new avenues for future chromosome therapy.
Scientists discover new class of white blood cells
In this study, the scientists identified a new subset of DCs (named CD11b+ DCs), which are capable of activating such protective Th17 response.
Hot flashes in menopausal women may originate from brain regions
The study can inform and eventually lead to new treatments for those who experience the sudden but temporary episodes of body warmth, flushing and sweating.
Free medical treatment for all pregnant women: Health minister
The Centre will provide free pre-natal health care and ambulance facilities to pregnant women across the country, Union Health Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad announced today.
New tool helps analyse baby's crying for health problems
Slight variations in cries, mostly imperceptible to the human ear, can be a 'window into the brain' that could allow for early intervention, researchers said.
Beauty tip: Mangoes, apricots can do wonders for your skin
Fruits like mango and pomegranate can be very useful to clear scars and marks on your face and even to nourish your skin. Use them on your face once a week to get a natural glow.
It's official: Study says heavy smoking, drinking makes you stupid
Smoking and heavier alcohol consumption often co-occur, and their combined effect on cognition may be larger than the sum of their individual effects.
Couples who sleep less, fight more, says study
The participants who had slept poorly and their partners reported feeling more negatively toward one another.
'Dark Knight Returns' No. 2 cover up for grabs at over $ 500,000
The record price for a comic book remains "Action Comics" No. 1, which sold for $2.16 million in 2011. That featured Superman's first appearance.
How exercise makes us thinner: It alters DNA, says study
Swedish researchers have described for the first time what happens on an epigenetic level in fat cells when we undertake physical activity.
Good news for cancer patients, a nanofiber mesh may save your life
The nonofiber mesh developed by the MANA researchers is applied directly to the affected part. Its hybrid material combines a temperature-responsive polymer, magnetic nanoparticles, and anti-cancer drugs.
Cheers! A pint of beer a day is good for the heart, shows new study
The findings support previous evidence that moderate beer consumption may protect against heart disease. Previous research has suggested a pint a day reduces the risk of heart attacks and strokes by 30 percent.
Long-term night shifts may double breast cancer risk
Working night shifts for more than 30 years can double a woman's risk of developing breast cancer, scientists have warned.
Low on fat, sugar, salt: US issues rules for snacks sold in schools
Snacks sold in US schools must be lower in fat, salt and sugar, according to federal rules released on Thursday aimed at giving students more nutritious options and fighting childhood obesity.
Scientists discover new drug that can stop memory loss in Alzheimers
"This class of drugs could be beneficial when the nerve cells are just beginning to become impaired," said Linda Van Eldik, a senior author of the paper and director of the University of Kentucky Sanders-Brown Center on Aging.
Alzheimers could be triggered by common CMV virus: study
"More studies are still needed to understand how an active CMV infection might be related to this most common form of dementia," said study researcher Dr Julie Schneider, of the Rush University Alzheimer's Disease Center in Chicago.
New study says 'unattractive' employees more likely to be bullied in office
"Although we like to think we're professional and mature in the workplace, it can be just like high school in many ways," Scott said.
One more problem for obese teens: Hearing loss!
US researchers found that obese teenagers suffered increased hearing loss across all frequencies and were almost twice as likely to have unilateral (one-sided) low-frequency hearing loss than their counterparts.
Next Pope should start a new dialogue with other faiths
The next Pope is vital not only to Catholics, but people of other faiths as well. It would help if he redefined the church's approach to other religions
Indian men, women want cricket crazy partners: Survey
Post the recently concluded Indian Premier League (IPL), Indian men and women are looking to settle down with partners who are interested in cricket, indicates a survey.
Study says breastfeeding improves brain development in infants
Breastfeeding alone produced better brain development than a combination of breastfeeding and formula, which produced better development than formula alone.
Lightning strikes kill 27 in Bihar in a day
At least 27 people, including women and children, have been killed in lightning strikes across Bihar in the past 24 hours, an official said Wednesday.
Eye-Q: Scientists show link between retinal blood vessels and intelligence
The width of blood vessels in the retina, located at the back of the eye, may indicate brain health years before the onset of dementia and other deficits, according to a new study.