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But one can only reap benefits from beer if it is consumed in moderation (Photo: AFP)

Drinking pint of beer a day helps boost men's performance in bed

Drinking more than a pint a day did not increase the benefits, scientists found.

29 Sept 2018 1:09 PM IST

Key to treat cancer in children is early diagnosis. (Photo: Pixabay)

Sanofi, Regeneron skin cancer drug gets FDA approval

Drug, Libtayo, is used to treat a rare form of skin cancer, in patients whose condition has not improved following...

29 Sept 2018 12:18 PM IST

More obesity education and training are needed among healthcare professionals. (Photo: Pixabay)

Dieters lose 10 times more weight by simply imagining themsleves...

Researchers found simply imaging yourself as being slimmer can be enough to help dieters achieve their weight-loss...

29 Sept 2018 11:27 AM IST

Scientists find antibody that blocks B cells from fighting HIV. (Photo: Pixabay)

Shocking: Newborn baby contracts HIV virus from open blister on dad's...

Virus appeared to have entered his system within the first few days of his life, before his father had been diagnosed...

29 Sept 2018 10:41 AM IST

45% of silent heart attack patients suffer long-term damage, new study warns. (Photo: Pixabay)

World Heart Day: Proactive health strategies can counter...

In India, five out of every 1,000 individuals aged between 15 and 19 do not report or have their heart disease...

29 Sept 2018 8:50 AM IST

Heart is the most vital organ as it supplies blood to all the other organs of the body. (Photo: Pixabay)

World Heart Day: 15 lifestyle changes for healthy heart

On World Heart Day, we tell you how you to go beyond good exercise and diets to take care of your heart.

29 Sept 2018 8:30 AM IST

While calling the devices convenient, the doctors warn that they cannot be a substitute for a regular heart check-up in a proper clinic or hospital under the guidance and supervision of a cardiologist. (Representional Image)

Wearables' worry doctors, patients too dependent on technology

Doctors stress that such caution is necessary as heart disease is responsible for one-third of all deaths among those...

29 Sept 2018 5:17 AM IST

September is observed as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. File photo

Cancer in children is curable, but affordable treatment is key

A majority of children who are diagnosed of cancer in India are either malnourished or cannot afford treatment or both.

29 Sept 2018 3:01 AM IST

By day 21, almost all curtains exceeded 2.5 colony-forming unit per centimetre (Photo: Pixabay)

Privacy curtains in hospitals can be breeding ground for dangerous...

While the curtains had minimal contamination when they were first hung, the curtains became increasingly contaminated...

28 Sept 2018 8:20 PM IST

Lack of the sunshine vitamin can also lead to weak bones and lack of immunity (Photo: AFP)

Daily dose of vitamin D supplements can help children lose weight:...

Vitamin D was found to cause lower obesity rates, improve cholesterol levels and reduce body mass.

28 Sept 2018 5:01 PM IST

Study reveals best way to improve your childs brain power. (Photo: Pixabay)

Study reveals best way to improve your child's brain power

Researchers also reveal what lowers cognitive function in children.

28 Sept 2018 4:28 PM IST

This is why some people get worse colds than others. (Photo: Pixabay)

This is why some people get worse colds than others

The new findings could help researchers develop individualised treatments for the virus.

28 Sept 2018 3:43 PM IST