Health News

Biomonitors with wings: Here's how pigeons help track urban pollution and spread of toxins

Researchers from the University of California said that pigeons can help prevent the spread of toxins and disease by acting as biomonitors.

Feb 18, 2018

Don't freak out if your cat is sleeping too much: Experts reveal the truth about the habit

Cats sleep for long hours and experts advise cat parents not to freak out until and unless they see some stark changes in the pattern.

Feb 18, 2018

On-skin wearable, nanomesh electrode, biometric information relay,

High-tech on-skin wearable lets doctor monitor patients' biometric vitals anywhere, anytime

Measuring just 1 mm in thickness, the nanomesh technology-based "on-skin" wearable can track heartbeat rates and other biometric vitals of patients.

Feb 18, 2018

What is a 'poo transplant'? DIY procedure to help gut problems can actually get risky

A Fecal Microorganism Transplant procedure transfers bacteria from the stool of a healthy patient to the guts of a sick recipient to fight infections.

Feb 18, 2018

What is compulsive hair pulling disorder? Woman who ripped out hair, eyebrow and eyelashes talks about her condition

Claire Ory was diagnosed with compulsive hair pulling disorder — an impulse control disorder in which people rip out hair from the scalp and other body parts.

Feb 18, 2018

An 'Alien' DNA has been discovered in a massive scientific breakthrough that could possibly prove that life in outer space exists. (Representational Picture: Wikimedia Commons)

New gene-editing CRISPR tools can detect and repair Zika, dengue, sickle-cell disease in human genome

The CRISPR-Cas9, Cas12a and Cas13a have been used by scientists in three studies to detect and target Zika, HPV, dengue, sickle-cell disease in the human genome.

Feb 18, 2018

Sexperts advise how couples can increase their chances of conceiving

Experts reveal various sex tips which can help couples improve their chances of conceiving. Read to know more.

Feb 17, 2018

Sprays used for cleaning can be as harmful as smoking 20 cigarettes a day

The drops in lung function can be compared to smoking a pack of 20 cigarettes for between 10-20 years.

Feb 16, 2018

Study suggests ultra-processed foods could increase risk of cancer

Eating ultra-processed foods could increase the risk of cancer according to a new study by researchers who studied the 24-hour dietary records of over 100,000 healthy adults.

Feb 16, 2018

Bleach as autism medication for children? Facebook group claims 'miracle' solution can also cure HIV

Parents are making their children drink bleach as a cure for autism, in spite of strict FDA warning.

Feb 15, 2018

The healthiest foods in the world, according to science

These are the five healthiest foods in the world - some of them may surprise you.

Feb 15, 2018

Price for beauty? UK woman gets burnt scalp, swollen shut eyes after using home hair dye

Lauren Woods shared photos of her condition on Facebook and urged people to take all possible precautions before using hair dye at home.

Feb 15, 2018

Penis size can shrink and you need to do these to prevent the disaster

Smoking and obesity can reduce the size of your penis and you need to stop that as fast as possible.

Feb 13, 2018

World's first case of rare eye worms in humans: Diagnosed woman mistakes it for eyelashes

Over the course of 20 days, a total of 14, less than half-inch-long worms were extracted from Abbey Beckley's eyes. These could have even caused blindness.

Feb 13, 2018

What is hematohidrosis: Rare medical condition causes Indian woman to sweat blood, gets her branded a witch

The woman has been abandoned by her husband and called a "witch" because her condition — which strikes one in 10 million — causes blood to seep out of her sweat glands.

Feb 13, 2018

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Health News

Biomonitors with wings: Here's how pigeons help track urban pollution and spread of toxins

Don't freak out if your cat is sleeping too much: Experts reveal the truth about the habit

High-tech on-skin wearable lets doctor monitor patients' biometric vitals anywhere, anytime

What is a 'poo transplant'? DIY procedure to help gut problems can actually get risky

What is compulsive hair pulling disorder? Woman who ripped out hair, eyebrow and eyelashes talks about her condition

New gene-editing CRISPR tools can detect and repair Zika, dengue, sickle-cell disease in human genome

Sexperts advise how couples can increase their chances of conceiving

Sprays used for cleaning can be as harmful as smoking 20 cigarettes a day

Study suggests ultra-processed foods could increase risk of cancer

Bleach as autism medication for children? Facebook group claims 'miracle' solution can also cure HIV

The healthiest foods in the world, according to science

Price for beauty? UK woman gets burnt scalp, swollen shut eyes after using home hair dye

Penis size can shrink and you need to do these to prevent the disaster

World's first case of rare eye worms in humans: Diagnosed woman mistakes it for eyelashes

What is hematohidrosis: Rare medical condition causes Indian woman to sweat blood, gets her branded a witch

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]