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American scientists and ranchers are racing to stop a flesh-eating fly after 15 animal cases turned up in Texas and New Mexico, and the battle could take more than a yearFlesh-eating maggots, the New World screwworm, have reappeared in Texas and New Mexico, infecting livestock and at least one dog. Driven by...- Kerala remains India’s ground zero for the Nipah virus, but why?A new Nipah virus case in Kozhikode, Kerala, highlights the state's recurring outbreaks. Experts link these to fruit bats and human activit...
- Can replacing sugary beverages with ‘healthy’ alternatives help you lose weight? Stanford-trained longevity expert says: ‘Why you switch…’Longevity expert Peter Attia clarifies the impact of switching to artificially sweetened beverages for weight loss. While some studies show...
- Could a simple blood test predict depression before symptoms appear? Here's what scientists claimA new blood test tracking immune cell aging may offer an objective way to detect depression before symptoms manifest. Research indicates th...
- In 1879, a chemist left a lab without washing his hands: A sweet taste on his fingers revealed saccharin and changed the history of artificial sweetnessImagine the year is 1879, a time of exploration and innovation. Constantin Fahlberg, while working in a lab, accidentally discovers sacchar...
- Scientists found a shockingly simple way to predict your lifespan — here's how to test yourselfNew research indicates that stronger grip strength and the ability to easily stand from a chair are powerful predictors of a longer, health...
- Ancient disease pressures may have driven early human migration patternsNew research reveals malaria's profound impact on early human settlements across Africa. Scientists used advanced models to show how diseas...
- Outdoor Cats in the U.S. Often Live Shorter Lives, And the Data Is Hard to IgnoreEmpirical data reveals outdoor cats have a median lifespan of 7.25 years, significantly shorter than indoor cats. This is attributed to cum...
- Cleaning Pros Share the Safest Ways to Disinfect Kids’ ToysKeeping children's toys clean is vital for their health. Experts highlight that regular washing and disinfection significantly reduce the s...
- New study links pre-existing allergic conditions to higher, long Covid riskThe researchers emphasised the need for more robust epidemiological research and a standardised definition of long-Covid for further invest...
- Children vulnerable to infectious diseases mainly due to climate change, says studyMaximum temperature and humidity (absolute/relative) are important climate drivers.
- How lung cancer arises in non-smokers revealedLung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. Environmental risk factors, such as exposure to radon, air pollution, ...
- Coronavirus: Scientists from 4 BRICS nations to carry out genomic sequencing, mathematical modellingA whole-genome sequencing is required for the identification of genetic mutations and recombinations of the virus, while epidemiological st...
- Two +ve tests at interval of 102 days with one -ve defined as SARS-CoV-2 re-infection: ICMR studyAccording to the study 'SARS-CoV-2 re-infection: development of an epidemiological definition from India' which has been published by Cambr...
- Maharashtra starts toll free number for bird flu“The government has delegated all its requisite powers on district collectors under Prevention And Control of Infectious and Contagious Dis...
- Fruit bats, rabbit test negative for NipahAs many as 13 were admitted to Kozhikode Government Medical College Hospital on Saturday with suspected Nipah symptoms.
- Delhi doesn't come close to meeting US pollution standards on most daysThe discussions found that while Global Burden of Disease Study led to several initiatives but epidemiological studies had not driven the a...
- Chemicals in soaps & shampoos may up miscarriage riskExposure to certain substances found in personal care products such as soaps and food packaging could be associated with increased risk of ...
- Exposure to light while sleeping can make you fat: StudyBody mass index, waist-hip ratio, waist-height ratio and waist circumference in women increased with increasing exposure to light at night.
- No link between mobiles and brain cancer, reports a new studyExtensive research has also not established any biological mechanism by which radio frequency fields from mobile phones could cause cancer.
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