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...
28 May, 2026, 01.04 AM IST
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...
17 May, 2026, 08.03 AM IST
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...
13 May, 2026, 12.43 AM IST
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...
08 May, 2026, 12.12 PM IST
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...
28 Apr, 2026, 07.14 PM IST
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...
13 Apr, 2026, 04.06 PM IST
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...
09 Nov, 2023, 06.52 PM IST
Children vulnerable to infectious diseases mainly due to climate change, says studyMaximum temperature and humidity (absolute/relative) are important climate drivers.
14 Dec, 2021, 07.22 PM IST
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, ...
08 Sep, 2021, 12.45 PM IST
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...
06 Aug, 2021, 05.26 PM IST
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...
01 Apr, 2021, 12.46 PM IST
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...
17 Jan, 2021, 08.53 PM IST
Fruit bats, rabbit test negative for NipahAs many as 13 were admitted to Kozhikode Government Medical College Hospital on Saturday with suspected Nipah symptoms.
03 Jun, 2018, 10.32 AM IST
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...
17 Jul, 2017, 11.42 AM IST
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 ...
03 Sep, 2015, 04.23 PM IST
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.
01 Jun, 2014, 03.40 PM IST
- No link between mobiles and brain cancer, reports a new study
Extensive research has also not established any biological mechanism by which radio frequency fields from mobile phones could cause cancer.
02 Jul, 2011, 03.39 PM IST