NEW YORK: Due to the absence of routine screening, more than 80 per cent of people are unaware of their genetic risk for cancers of the breast, ovarian, prostate and pancreas, a study of over 50,000 people has shown. The findings revealed that most people only discover they carry cancer-associatedRead More

Boston Inherited genetic changes can explain why a “one-size-fits-all” treatment for diabetes is not always successful, say scientists who identified five distinct groups of DNA sites that drive the illness in unique ways. The study, published in the journal PLOS Medicine, suggests that a personalised therapy tailored to each person’sRead More

London Removing displays of tobacco products from shops may significantly reduce the number of children buying cigarettes, a study has found. The research, from Imperial College London (ICL) in the UK, assessed survey responses from 18,000 11-15 year olds across England between 2010 and 2016. The findings suggest tobacco displayRead More

Cancer can be painful and even a fatal disease which affects a large number of people. Obesity is also becoming a major health concern with authorities in different parts of the world trying to curb the problem. Now findings of a research are predicting that obesity will become the leadingRead More

Washington: Breast milk sure has a lot of health benefits for babies. According to a new research, babies born before their due date show better brain development when fed breast milk rather than formula milk. Premature birth has been linked to an increased possibility of problems with learning and thinkingRead More

Experts now warn that obesity is set to cause more cancer in women than even smoking. According to researchers, being overweight increases the risk of 13 different types of tumour, including cancer of the breast and womb. But only one in seven women realises there is a link, says CancerRead More

Washington D.C: Turns out, mutations in the tumor suppressor gene SPOP contribute to cancer by disrupting a process called liquid-liquid phase separation. Liquid-liquid phase separation is seen often in nature and is the reason why oil and vinegar separate in salad dressing. SPOP is the most frequently mutated gene inRead More

  Scientists working tirelessly to find a cure to the dreaded HIV have now proven that an immunotherapy drug is safe to use in humans. According to a report in MailOnline, the phase 1 trial is an early but significant milestone for the team at the University of North CarolinaRead More

Washington: Got no time for exercising? Well, a few minutes of high-intensity interval or sprinting exercise may be as effective as much longer workout sessions, as per a new study. Mitochondria, the energy centers of the cells, are essential for good health. Previous research has found that exercise creates newRead More

Washington DC: Motivating children to do strength-based exercises like squats, pushups, and lunges could play a key role in tackling obesity. As per a new study, taking part in exercises that cause muscles to contract, and strengthen muscles and bones, reduce children’s body fat percentage. The findings also suggest anRead More