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Pancreas Cell Transplants May Be The New Hope For Treating Type 1 Diabetes

By Jenn Loro - Apr 20, 2016 06:52 AM EDT

Pancreatic cell transplants prevent severe life-threatening hypoglycemia in people with type 1 diabetes, according to new research.

Michael Schumacher Health Status News: Schumacher Needs a Miracle to Recover Completely, Says Neurosurgeon

By Kanika Gupta - Apr 18, 2016 04:16 PM EDT

So far, Schumacher family is not disclosing anything about the former F1 champion’s health and his recovery. However, according to a neurosurgeon privy of Schumacher’s condition says that he needs a miracle to recover fully from his injuries.

Low-Carb Diet Reduces Lifespan And Energy Supply To Tumors

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 17, 2016 09:11 AM EDT

Low-carb diets can fight common brain cancer in adults by reducing nutrient supply to tumors, says a study on mice models of glioblastoma.

Worm Infections May Actually Help Your Gut By Treating Inflammatory Bowel Diseases

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 17, 2016 09:11 AM EDT

A worm infection may help cure inflammatory bowel diseases, as it can help the microbiome in your gut to counter IBD.

New Super-Thin, Tattoo-Like 'E-Skin' Can Measure Heart Rate, Blood Sugar And Oxygen

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 17, 2016 09:11 AM EDT

Scientists create new organic e-skin that can stick to the body like a tattoo and monitor blood oxygen, heart rate and blood sugar.

Worm Infestation Can Help Treat IBD And Gut Issues

By Peter R - Apr 16, 2016 07:42 AM EDT

A new study shows worms trigger production of useful bacteria that can neutralize those associated with IBD.

Doctors Find Discussing End of Life Care Difficult to Patient, Study Finds

By Daniel Lee - Apr 16, 2016 12:02 AM EDT

Doctors do know the importance of discussing the end of life care with their patients. But new study shows that many doctors still not sure how to discuss it with their patients.

Michael Schumacher Health Status News: Slow But Steady Progress

By Kanika Gupta - Apr 15, 2016 03:29 PM EDT

A lot has been said and written about Michael Schumacher and his health. However, nothing has been confirmed conclusively about whether or not he is recovering from his ski injuries.

How Healthy Are E-Cigarettes to Quit Smoking?

By Kanika Gupta - Apr 15, 2016 03:23 PM EDT

Even though cigarette smoking has reduced significantly in U.S. in the last ten years, it still remains a public-health hazard.

Dark Chocolate Indulgence and Good Night Sleep May Be Linked: Study

By Kanika Gupta - Apr 15, 2016 11:17 AM EDT

New study claims that key to good night sleep could be in eating plenty of dark chocolates.

Obese People Too Can Maintain Weight Loss

By Kanika Gupta - Apr 15, 2016 11:08 AM EDT

Obese people have always struggled to lose kilos and then maintain the lost weight. However, new study says that they can keep it off too.

Polyunsaturated Fats Not As Heart Friendly As You Think: Study

By Kanika Gupta - Apr 15, 2016 11:03 AM EDT

In a latest study based on a four-decade-old research, re-examined by the scientists reveals that saturated fats may not be as bad and polyunsaturated fats may not be as good as we thought.

Green Is A Shade of Good Health: Study

By Kanika Gupta - Apr 15, 2016 10:59 AM EDT

New study suggests that women who live in areas surrounded by vegetation and greenery have lower risk of death.

Women Surrounded By Plants May Live Longer

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 15, 2016 10:04 AM EDT

Harvard scientists find that women who live in green areas tend to live longer than those who stay far away.

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