Health and Wellbeing
New study finds abnormal sugar levels in youngsters
Irregular glucose levels begin in high school in urban areas.
89 per cent people in Delhi suffer sickness and discomfort due to bad air quality
Top causes of the deteriorating air quality were identified to be motor vehicles, industrial units, tree cutting and construction.
Women more likely to suffer from depression due to obesity than men: study
An addition of five points to BMI increased risk of depression by 11 per cent in men and 23 per cent in women.
WHO uncovers big national variations in antibiotics consumption
Findings from this report confirm the need to take urgent action.
New cell phone-based tool to detect HIV
Early detection of HIV is critical to prevent disease progression and transmission, and it requires long-term monitoring.
Women cancer patients learn makeup tips in new Egypt workshop
Cairo workshop teaches female cancer patients how to conceal signs of cancer treatment.
Bacterial pneumonia more dangerous to the heart than viral pneumonia: Study
Researchers say bacterial pneumonia causes greater inflammation of the arteries compared to viral pneumonia.
Adults report distress with difficulty controlling sexual feelings, says study
About 10 pc men, 7 pc women report distress and social impairment associated with difficulty controlling sexual feelings.
Adolescent obesity linked to increased risk of pancreatic cancer
Study finds overweight and even higher weight within 'normal' weight range in men may increase pancreatic cancer risk in a graded manner.
Major studies give mixed news on fish oil, vitamin D
Results were revealed at an American Heart Association conference.