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Clinical Trial of Cheaper Breast Cancer Drug is Successful

By Soham Samaddar - Jun 06, 2016 09:48 AM EDT

Alternative to Herceptin Goes Well at Clinical Trial

Stem Cell Research By Stanford Researchers Makes Stroke Patient Walk

By Dipannita - Jun 05, 2016 08:22 AM EDT

A team of Stanford researchers has been left "stunned" by the outcome of the experiment that they carried out on stroke patients. The researchers injected stem cells into the brain of the stroke patients and discovered that the experimental treatment restored the motor function in a few patients.

Scientists Finalize Synthetic Human Genome Project

By Dipannita - Jun 05, 2016 08:22 AM EDT

It was rumored last month that the scientists are planning to create a synthetic human genome, however the project was not confirmed until now. It has been finally revealed that the "secret meeting" was called on to take a decision on the new project, dubbed Human Genome Project-Write (HGP-Write).

Patients Exhibiting Early Signs of Alzheimer's Need More Attentions: Study

By Dipannita - Jun 05, 2016 08:23 AM EDT

A new study carried out by a team of researchers from the United States and the United Kingdom suggests that the Alzheimer's test should actually look a wider range of signs related to memory loss that take place during the early stages of the disease.

Injecting Stem Cells Directly Into Brain Can Help Stroke Patients Walk: Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Jun 05, 2016 08:20 AM EDT

Scientists conducted a small study, injecting stem cells directly into the brains of chronic stroke patients. The test led to positive results, showing that some could even walk again.

FDA To Propose Salt Tax In America?

By Dipannita - Jun 04, 2016 09:49 AM EDT

Recently, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States released guidelines for the food industry to limit the amount of sodium in processed foods and also provided a voluntary target for reducing the sodium targets.

FDA Resumes Egg Inspection In Different Facilities After One Year

By Dipannita - Jun 04, 2016 09:49 AM EDT

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States has finally resumed the inspection of different egg-handling facilities in the country. The inspection was put on hold in 2015 after the nation's worst bird flu hit the region.

Early Morning Is the Best Time for Weight Loss Workout, Says Study

By Kanika Gupta - Jun 03, 2016 05:37 PM EDT

It may be hard to squeeze in daily workout into your busy schedule but staying healthy and in shape is also necessary these days. According to recent research, if one exercises first thing in the morning, it not only aides in weight loss but also boosts energy levels, thus increasing productivity throughout the day, preventing your body from gaining the weight.

Gene Mutation Link To Multiple Sclerosis Identified

By Dipannita - Jun 03, 2016 09:52 AM EDT

For the first time in the history of medical sciences, a team of researchers from the University of British Columbia (UBC), in Vancouver has discovered the gene mutation that leads to progressive development of multiple sclerosis (MS).

Summer Season Calls For Better Zika Prevention Efforts

By Dipannita - Jun 03, 2016 09:53 AM EDT

This year, the summer season needs to be welcomed with a little better prevention strategy. People not only need to equip themselves with sunscreens and lotions, but with better Zika prevention efforts as well.

FDA Releases New Sodium-Reduction Guidelines For Food Industry

By Dipannita - Jun 03, 2016 09:52 AM EDT

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States has released a set of new sodium-reduction guidelines for the food industry.

Climate Change Increases Toxins In Food: UN Report

By R. Siva Kumar - Jun 03, 2016 09:50 AM EDT

Extreme weather conditions due to climate change is enhancing the toxins in our food, says a report from the United Nations Environment Programme.

Estrogen Levels Fall Rapidly In Women With A History Of Migraines

By R. Siva Kumar - Jun 03, 2016 09:54 AM EDT

Those women who have a history of migraines show a speedy drop in their estrogen levels, even if they do not undergo the illnesses during their menstrual cycles.

Lyme Disease Found In Dog At Fall River, NS

By Jenn Loro - Jun 02, 2016 09:53 AM EDT

As summer starts to roll, pets and their human owners alike are at most risk of getting tick-caused Lyme infection. In Fall River, Nova Scotia, Canada, two dogs have been confirmed to have been diagnosed with Lyme disease.

Bumblebees' Tiny Electric Field Sensors Helped Them to Sense Flowers

By Jenn Loro - Jun 02, 2016 10:02 AM EDT

Ultrasensitive hairs offer explanation as to how bumblebees pick up weak electrical signals emitted by flowers according to University of Bristol researchers. Previously, scientists think that the ability to sense natural electrical fields was confined only to aquatic creatures.

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