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At the end of 2021, 57-year old David Bennett Sr. was bedridden and on life-support with irreversible heart failure. He was not eligible for a human heart transplant or an implanted mechanical heart … [+6625 chars]
If you ever wonder why you and your mother start squabbling more after growing up, there could be a scientific reason. According to a new study, as soon as children enter their teen years, they may… [+2090 chars]
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People suffering from prediabetes, diabetes, or other health conditions need to pay a little extra attention to their diet as a proper and balanced diet can help regulate blood sugar levels. Normal b… [+469 chars]
MiniAs technology evolves, eyes will prove to be useful as a means of diagnosing all kinds of diseases and conditions. It is possible, however, to detect a number of health problems simply by looking… [+12 chars]
Dear readers, get your flu shot early, especially if you have cardiovascular disease or your doctor has nagged you that you are at risk for cardiovascular disease. Short version: Heart disease and a… [+2879 chars]
In the wake of the two sublineages of the Omicron variant spreading rapidly ahead of the South African winter season, the country's daily coronavirus test positivity rate neared a record, rising abov… [+2636 chars]
Kolkata: Global healthcare leader Abbott has announced the launch of the HBsAg Next Qualitative solution in India to enhance detection of the Hepatitis B virus (HBV). This assay will help improve p… [+4315 chars]
By Prof Dr Jyoti Ranjan Parida Due to overexposure to sunlight or the UV rays, often we tend to develop red butterfly-like rashes on our cheeks and others part of our body. It is a usual perception … [+5845 chars]
According to the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), an estimated 1.1 million children and adolescents (below age 20) are currently living with type 1 diabetes worldwide. Additionally, over 132,… [+774 chars]