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Scientists develop flu vaccine patch you could administer at home. (Photo: Pixabay)

Scientists develop flu vaccine patch you could administer at home

Researchers have long been hoping to develop a vaccine that can tackle all strains of the virus.

16 Sept 2018 2:25 PM IST

Experts debunk myths surrounding the frozen food industry. (Photo: Pixabay)

Experts debunk myths surrounding the frozen food industry

Researchers and nutritionists around the globe vouch for the benefits of frozen food.

16 Sept 2018 10:28 AM IST

Testosterone replacement therapy could slow the progression of COPD. (Photo: Pixabay)

Testosterone replacement therapy could slow the progression of COPD

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic inflammatory lung disease that causes obstructed airflow from...

16 Sept 2018 10:16 AM IST

Children with asthma likely to lag at school and work. (Photo: Pixabay)

Children with asthma likely to lag at school and work: Study

The results suggest that children with asthma are disadvantaged in education and in their future work.

16 Sept 2018 9:53 AM IST

She is among four percent of the population who are sex addicts of which a quarter are women (Photo: Pixabay)

Having sex once a week can make you feel 15 years younger, study shows

The study found those who were most active felt more than 12 years younger than those who were less active.

15 Sept 2018 4:42 PM IST

There are many episodes, and this one called Truth About Alcohol, is among many BBC special one-hour episodes busting various myths on alcohol, losing weight, eating meat, the difference between diet and exercise, off the counter processed food, medicines and antibiotics and so much more.

Health in a web shell

Tomes of wellness news to scour through, these BBC specials on Netflix are a must-watch.

15 Sept 2018 7:13 AM IST

With people spending long hours in front of computers and laptops, research has revealed that they are also prone to other health problems. (Representional Image)

Staying glued to computer screens a health hazard

It results in irritation or strain on the eyes due to extensive use of computer, mobile phones and other electronic...

15 Sept 2018 5:27 AM IST

Air filters to curb indoor pollution tied to blood pressure improvement. (Photo: Pixabay)

Air filters to curb indoor pollution tied to blood pressure...

Relatively small reductions in blood pressure can improve cardiovascular health.

14 Sept 2018 6:34 PM IST

Experts reveal how you can tackle insomnia. (Photo: Pixabay)

Experts reveal how you can tackle insomnia

Good sleep hygiene and a specific kind of talk therapy may help people create good bedtime habits.

14 Sept 2018 6:20 PM IST

When it comes to diet, Tseng eats little junk food and makes sure he takes a filling breakfast (Photo: Pixabay)

Here's how this 111-year-old man still exercises every day

He rides a recumbent bike every day for 30 minutes and has been exercising for most of his life.

14 Sept 2018 5:10 PM IST

WHO reports Cancer deaths rise to over 9 million in 2018. (Photo: Pixabay)

Cancer deaths rise to over 9 million in 2018: WHO

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death worldwide.

14 Sept 2018 4:36 PM IST

Many survivors of childhood brain tumours could struggle to live independently. (Photo: Pixabay)

Many survivors of childhood brain tumours could struggle to live...

Childhood brain cancer survivors are more likely to be unemployed, unmarried and unable to handle personal care without...

14 Sept 2018 2:30 PM IST