Latest advances in technology may have made the diagnosis of prostate cancer feasible, however, a new study suggests that its diagnosis itself may pose a risk to cancer stricken individuals. A latest…
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Heart Drugs And Herbal Medicines – A Dangerous Concoction
A recent medical study reported that taking herbal supplements like gingko biloba, St John’s Wort etc while on prescription medication for heart disease could be dangerous, especially in the elderly. The elderly…
Common Fibre- A ‘Super Food’ That Is Body’s Shield Against Cancer
An ongoing study by the Institute of Food Research revealed that a very common fibre found in most fruits and vegetables helps prevent cancer. Lead researcher Professor Vic Morris suggested that ‘pectin’…
Fish Oil Supplements Stave Off Psychosis
A new study revealed that early intervention with fish oil supplements in those vulnerable to psychosis is potentially the safest way to prevent and treat this condition. This new study published in…
All About The Cervical Cancer Vaccine
Cervical cancer is the second most common malignancy among women worldwide, with about 500,000 cases a year. In developing countries it is the main cause of cancer deaths in women, and around…
Resolving the 3D structure of Integrase offer better treatments for HIV
A recent study published in the journal Nature concluded a breakthrough in HIV research, which dynamically lead to better treatments for HIV. The study was conducted by the researchers from Imperial College…
Vitamin D Promotes Weight Loss, May Reverse Obesity
According to a new study conducted by researchers at University of Minnesota, adequate intake of Vitamin D coupled with following a calorie-restricted diet can improve weight loss and possibly reverse obesity as…
Sustained Exposure To Air Pollution May Cause Dementia
A new study conducted in Germany that analysed women living in the same address for over twenty years, found that inhabitants living close to busy roads showed signs of mild cognitive impairment…
Smartphone Technology in Healthcare
Cellular phones, in the past was a symbol of lavishness stringently used for talking. Recently the cellular phones have taken many roles including solutions which offer better healthcare management. Interestingly at present,…
Dubai Health Authority is setting up plans to develop a Surgical skill Laboratory
The Khaleej Times reported that according to new rules planned by health officials, Dubai Health Authority is setting up plans to develop a surgical skills laboratory, where the surgeons or physicians working…
New ‘Morning After Pill’ Spills It’s Efficacy Over Five Days
In a new study welcomed by The British Pregnancy Advisory Service, researchers found that ulipristal acetate worked well beyond the three-day limit of the most commonly used emergency contraceptive pill, levonogestrel. In…
On The Rise: ‘Man Boobs’ Operation Tops List Of Cosmetic Surgeries
In the second year running, a survey of surgeons has found that a record number of men are getting ‘moob jobs’ done to eliminate sagging, unsightly breasts. Presence of excess localized fat…
HIMSS Analytics Looking to go International with its EMR Adoption Model
HIMSS Analytics EMR Adoption Model is gaining interest internationally, according to Dave Garets, the company’s CEO and president. HIMSS Analytics, a not-for-profit subsidiary of the Chicago-based Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society,…
GE Healthcare and Gulf Capital join hands to provide healthcare financing
Press Release GE Healthcare and Gulf Capital join hands to create MENA region’s largest chain of medical diagnostic and healthcare service centers • Strategic alliance will design, develop and implement a regional…
Computed Tomographic Colonography offers Effective Colorectal Cancer Screening
Colorectal cancer is the third most frequently diagnosed cancer and second leading cause of cancer death in men and women in the United States. Each year nearly 50,000 Americans die from colorectal…