At stroke risk? The shape and size of your retinas can predict if you're vulnerable to get oneRetinal scans may predict stroke risk as effectively as traditional methods without invasive tests. A study of 45,161 older individuals sho...
14 Jan, 2025, 05.06 PM IST
Your eyes can predict whether you are at risk of a stroke: StudyA new study suggests that the shape and size of retinal blood vessels can predict stroke risk almost as accurately as traditional methods. ...
14 Jan, 2025, 02.57 PM IST
ICMR sets up India's first diabetes biobank in ChennaiIndia's first diabetes biobank has been established in Chennai by ICMR and MDRF. The biobank houses samples from two major studies, includi...
15 Dec, 2024, 02.37 PM IST
A comprehensive approach to diabetes careIndia faces a significant diabetes challenge, with high prevalence, underdiagnosis, and poor control contributing to early complications an...
06 Dec, 2024, 02.31 PM IST
The ‘C’ and ‘D’ of diabetesEarly control of HbA1c levels and weight in people with diabetes significantly reduces cardiac disease risk. Delays in treatment heighten c...
23 Oct, 2024, 12.25 PM IST
Sipping three cups of coffee daily can reduce risk of diabetes and heart attack: StudyNew research from Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University suggests that consuming three cups of coffee daily may reduce the risk of de...
18 Sep, 2024, 02.50 PM IST
Study warns: Sleeping 3-5 hours raises type 2 diabetes riskA recent study suggests that sleeping for only three to five hours per day may significantly increase the risk of developing type 2 diabete...
07 Mar, 2024, 04.37 PM IST
Is salt really a new culprit in type 2 diabetes?There is some evidence that increasing salt intake, as measured by sodium in urine may be linked to increased levels of the stress hormone ...
04 Nov, 2023, 11.07 AM IST
New study finds diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes at 30 can decrease life expectancy by 14 yearsA study published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology found that people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at the age of 30 could see their ...
03 Oct, 2023, 07.58 PM IST
Type 2 diabetes diagnosis at 30 may cut life expectancy by 14 years: Lancet studyUsing data from US population it was estimated that, individuals with type 2 diabetes diagnosed at ages 30, 40, and 50 years died on averag...
03 Oct, 2023, 05.55 PM IST
Your genes can reveal a lot about you: StudyIncreasingly, scientists are collecting large amounts of data to be kept in biobanks - repositories that store genetic data and other biosp...
01 Jul, 2023, 10.38 AM IST
Keep burgers, pizzas & soft drinks at bay! Ultra-processed foods can up cancer risk, says studyUltra-processed foods are generally higher in salt & sugar and contain artificial additives.
07 Feb, 2023, 05.28 PM IST
Small steps to keep diabetes at bay: Have 4 cups of tea, work out daily & quit smokingThe benefits of a healthy lifestyle are not a secret anymore.
19 Sep, 2022, 01.42 PM IST
New research suggests type 1 diabetes is two different conditionsThe research may prove to be a significant step towards finding a cure for some diabetics.
16 Mar, 2020, 04.43 PM IST
Health Ministry to use Artificial Intelligence in safe way in public healthThe minister said the NITI Aayog is currently in the process of developing institutional mechanism to realise India's AI aspirations.
12 Jul, 2019, 01.32 PM IST
Prefer being a 'night owl'? You are likely to die sooner than you thinkHere's a word of caution for the people who stay up late and have trouble coming out of bed in the morning.
12 Apr, 2018, 07.34 PM IST
Spicy food may lower your risk of early death: StudyAll participants completed a questionnaire about their general health, physical measurements, and consumption of spicy foods, and red meat,...
05 Aug, 2015, 06.13 PM IST