HEALTH SITE: 2012

Wednesday, 10 October 2012

World Mental Health Day 2012: Reaching Out to the Depressed | Medindia

World Mental Health Day 2012: Reaching Out to the Depressed | Medindia

The theme for this year’s World Mental Health Day is 'Depression: A Global Crisis'.

http://www.medindia.net/news/healthinfocus/world-mental-health-day-2012-reaching-out-to-the-depressed-108237-1.htm

New Alzheimer's Drug Slows Memory Loss | Medindia

New Alzheimer's Drug Slows Memory Loss | Medindia

New drug slows the pace of memory loss in people with Alzheimer's disease, say researchers.

http://www.medindia.net/news/new-alzheimers-drug-slows-memory-loss-108290-1.htm

Negative Effects of Excessive Internet Use | Medindia

Negative Effects of Excessive Internet Use | Medindia

Excessive internet use may lead to depression and loneliness, say experts.

http://www.medindia.net/news/negative-effects-of-excessive-internet-use-108291-1.htm

Database for Organ Transplants | Medindia

Database for Organ Transplants | Medindia

China to have a national database to record and distribute human organ donations, said an official.

http://www.medindia.net/news/database-for-organ-transplants-108288-1.htm

Fruits and Vegetables: Key to Happiness | Medindia

Fruits and Vegetables: Key to Happiness | Medindia

Consuming seven portions of fruits and vegetables is the key to happiness and healthy mind, states report.

http://www.medindia.net/news/fruits-and-vegetables-key-to-happiness-108287-1.htm

Smartphone App to Control Everything in Your Home | Medindia

Smartphone App to Control Everything in Your Home | Medindia

A single smartphone application controls any system in your home that has a wireless connection.

http://www.medindia.net/news/smartphone-app-to-control-everything-in-your-home-108289-1.htm

New Font Helps Dyslexics Read Online | Medindia

New Font Helps Dyslexics Read Online | Medindia

A free-gravity font helps dyslexics - people with learning difficulty read online, say researchers.

http://www.medindia.net/news/new-font-helps-dyslexics-read-online-108283-1.htm

Tips for Golfers and Soccer Players on Reducing Pressure | Medindia

Tips for Golfers and Soccer Players on Reducing Pressure | Medindia

Scientists suggest that soccer players or golfers can enhance their performance by squeezing a ball with, or clenching, their left hand before competition!

http://www.medindia.net/news/healthinfocus/tips-for-golfers-and-soccer-players-on-reducing-pressure-108282-1.htm

WHO Says 350 Million People Have Depression in World | Medindia

WHO Says 350 Million People Have Depression in World | Medindia

Globally more than 350 million people suffer from depression, says the World Health Organization.

http://www.medindia.net/news/who-says-350-million-people-have-depression-in-world-108281-1.htm

Expert Answers Questions on Safe Abortion in India | Medindia

Expert Answers Questions on Safe Abortion in India | Medindia

Dr. Suchitra Dalvie MD MRCOG of Asia Safe Abortion Partnership (ASAP) puts forth her argument in advocating ‘Safe Abortion’ as a woman’s reproductive right.

http://www.medindia.net/news/Interviews/expert-answers-questions-on-safe-abortion-in-india-108279-1.htm

Coffee Quickens Return of Bowel Movement After Colon Surgery | Medindia

Coffee Quickens Return of Bowel Movement After Colon Surgery | Medindia

After bowel surgery to remove a part of their colon patients who drank coffee experienced a quicker return to bowel movements and tolerance of solid food than those who drank water.

http://www.medindia.net/news/coffee-quickens-return-of-bowel-movement-after-colon-surgery-108271-1.htm

One in Eight People in World Still Hungry, Says UN Report | Medindia:

One in eight people in the world still suffers from chronic hunger, said the UN's food agency. UN describes the figure as 'unacceptable' and warning that the fight against hunger was slowing down.

http://www.medindia.net/news/one-in-eight-people-in-world-still-hungry-says-un-report-108270-1.htm

Study Stirs New Debate Over Cancer Risk From Menopause Drugs | Medindia:

Women who start hormone replacement therapy soon after menopause do not show higher cancer incidence within 16 years, finds study questioning Hormone replacement therapy's safety.

http://www.medindia.net/news/study-stirs-new-debate-over-cancer-risk-from-menopause-drugs-108269-1.htm

Delaying Premature Delivery - How Safe Is It? | Medindia:

An expert on women and child health explores the dangers of delaying premature delivery and says it is important to choose the right tocolytic agent to delay delivery.

http://www.medindia.net/news/delaying-premature-delivery-how-safe-is-it-108268-1.htm

Anti-pneumonia Drive Launched in Pakistan | Medindia:

Pakistan began to vaccinate 5.5 million children against pneumococcal disease to fight pneumonia, which kills tens of thousands of youngsters in the country every year.

http://www.medindia.net/news/anti-pneumonia-drive-launched-in-pakistan-108267-1.htm

Mathematicians Developed A New Weapon In Fight Against Pandemics | Medindia

Mathematicians Developed A New Weapon In Fight Against Pandemics | Medindia

To quantify the spread and infectiousness of viruses like the pandemic H1N1 flu strain, mathematicians have developed a powerful tool.

http://www.medindia.net/news/mathematicians-developed-a-new-weapon-in-fight-against-pandemics-108266-1.htm

Japanese Encephalitis - Causes - Symptoms - Diagnosis - Treatment - FAQs | Medindia

Japanese Encephalitis - Causes - Symptoms - Diagnosis - Treatment - FAQs | Medindia

Japanese encephalitis is a mosquito borne viral disease associated with the inflammation of the membranes of the brain.

http://www.medindia.net/patients/patientinfo/japanese-encephalitis.htm

Tuesday, 9 October 2012

Acne Treatments Become More Difficult Due to Antibiotic Resistance | Medindia

Acne Treatments Become More Difficult Due to Antibiotic Resistance | Medindia

Acne is among the most dreaded skin problems around the globe. Studies show that with an increase in the use of medications to combat acne, resistance has developed among the acne bacteria.

http://www.medindia.net/news/healthwatch/acne-treatments-become-more-difficult-due-to-antibiotic-resistance-108275-1.htm

Saturday, 6 October 2012

Migraine in Women-The Role of Hormones | Medindia

Migraine in Women-The Role of Hormones | Medindia

How is migraine; the most commonly dreaded disorder affecting a huge number of women around the globe? Does it have anything to do with the menstrual cycle? Does hormone fluctuation affect it?

http://www.medindia.net/news/healthwatch/migraine-in-women-the-role-of-hormones-108097-1.htm

Friday, 5 October 2012

Sleep Apnea in Pregnant Women Harms Mother, Baby | Medindia:

Sleep Apnea in Pregnant Women Harms Mother, Baby | Medindia:

Pregnant women who suffer from sleep apnea have an increased chance of facing health problems for themselves and for their newborns.

http://www.medindia.net/news/healthwatch/sleep-apnea-in-pregnant-women-harms-mother-baby-108058-1.htm

Managing Obesity - Different Age Groups Require Different Methods | Medindia:

Managing Obesity - Different Age Groups Require Different Methods | Medindia:

Eating habits of overweight children aged between 9 and 17 years are different from children below the age of nine, says study.

http://www.medindia.net/news/healthwatch/managing-obesity-different-age-groups-require-different-methods-108056-1.htm

Top 12 Dangerous Food Additives | Medindia:

Top 12 Dangerous Food Additives | Medindia:

Find out how food additives for almost every food that you consume come with danger signals and make way into your food and impact your health.

http://www.medindia.net/patients/lifestyleandwellness/top-12-dangerous-food-additives.htm

Lemon Juice | Medindia:

Lemon Juice | Medindia:

The Ayurveda & diet section of medindia gives important facts of Lemon juice, its name in various languages, its Ayurvedic properties, indications in different diseases & method of preparation of the juice.

http://www.medindia.net/alternativemedicine/ayurvedaanddiet/juices/Lemon-Juice.asp

Apple Juice | Medindia:

Apple Juice | Medindia:

The Ayurveda & diet section of medindia gives important facts of apple juice, its name in various languages, its Ayurvedic properties, indications in different diseases & method of preparation of the juice.

http://www.medindia.net/alternativemedicine/ayurvedaanddiet/juices/apple-Juice.asp

Thursday, 4 October 2012

Foods that Fight Cancer - Slideshow

Foods that Fight Cancer - Slideshow

A plateful of fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains and legumes is the best diet to fight most types of cancer. Avoid meat and saturated fats.

http://www.medindia.net/Slideshow/foods-that-fight-cancer.asp#1

Wednesday, 3 October 2012

Leucopenia - Causes - Symptoms - Diagnosis & Treatment - FAQs | Medindia

Leucopenia - Causes - Symptoms - Diagnosis & Treatment - FAQs | Medindia

Leucopenia is a decrease in the number of total white blood cells found in blood. The normal total white cell count is 5000-10000 per cubic millimeter.

http://www.medindia.net/patients/patientinfo/leucopenia.htm

Lower Intake Levels for Protein Must Be Raised in the Older People With Metabolic Syndrome | Medindia

Lower Intake Levels for Protein Must Be Raised in the Older People With Metabolic Syndrome | Medindia

LTI for protein must be 1.2/kg/day for older metabolic syndrome patients who are treated by restricted calorie diet and physical activity.

http://www.medindia.net/news/healthwatch/lower-intake-levels-for-protein-must-be-raised-in-the-older-people-with-metabolic-syndrome-108008-1.htm

Economic Burden of NCDs at Household Level | Medindia

Economic Burden of NCDs at Household Level | Medindia

A significant proportion of the household income is spent on unhealthy behaviors. Loss of wages is the main consequence of NCDs. WHO 2011 report has brought SEAR scenario.

http://www.medindia.net/health_statistics/sear_countries/household-level.asp

Marriage Can Prolong Life in Cancer Patients | Medindia

Marriage Can Prolong Life in Cancer Patients | Medindia

A scientific study proves that married lung cancer patients live longer than those patients who are single

http://www.medindia.net/news/healthwatch/marriage-can-prolong-life-in-cancer-patients-108007-1.htm

Tuesday, 2 October 2012

Phosphospecific Flow Cytometry Sensitive in Monitoring the effect of Immunosupressants in Kidney Transplant Patients | Medindia

Phosphospecific Flow Cytometry Sensitive in Monitoring the effect of Immunosupressants in Kidney Transplant Patients | Medindia

Monitoring the effect of immunosuppressants in kidney transplant patients could reduce the chances of excessive immunosuppression and the consequences thereof.

http://www.medindia.net/news/healthinfocus/phosphospecific-flow-cytometry-sensitive-in-monitoring-the-effect-of-immunosupressants-in-kidney-transplant-patients-107957-1.htm

Friday, 28 September 2012

Method to Make Old Muscles Young Again | Medindia

Method to Make Old Muscles Young Again | Medindia

A key factor responsible for declining muscle repair during ageing has been discovered by scientists.

http://www.medindia.net/news/method-to-make-old-muscles-young-again-107685-1.htm

New Virus in Africa Identified | Medindia

New Virus in Africa Identified | Medindia

Hemorrhagic fever outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo may be caused by a novel virus, say researchers.

http://www.medindia.net/news/new-virus-in-africa-identified-107686-1.htm

T20 WC Organisers Dump Water Supplier Leads Suspected Stomach Bug Spread | Medindia

T20 WC Organisers Dump Water Supplier Leads Suspected Stomach Bug Spread | Medindia

Several players down with stomach bugs as the International Cricket Council (ICC) Twenty20 World Cup organisers have replaced the bottled water.

http://www.medindia.net/news/t20-wc-organisers-dump-water-supplier-leads-suspected-stomach-bug-spread-107695-1.htm

Sleeping Pills Linked With Dementia Risk in Elderly | Medindia

Sleeping Pills Linked With Dementia Risk in Elderly | Medindia

More than half of insomniacs are risking their health by taking sleeping pills without getting proper medical advice, a study has revealed.

http://www.medindia.net/news/sleeping-pills-linked-with-dementia-risk-in-elderly-107693-1.htm

Taking Sleeping Pills Without Doc's Advice Put Insomniacs Health At Risk | Medindia

Taking Sleeping Pills Without Doc's Advice Put Insomniacs Health At Risk | Medindia

More than half of insomniacs are risking their health by taking sleeping pills without getting proper medical advice, a study has revealed.

http://www.medindia.net/news/taking-sleeping-pills-without-docs-advice-put-insomniacs-health-at-risk-107694-1.htm

Sex Offender UK Doctors Cannot be Banned as 'It Breaches Human Rights' | Medindia

Sex Offender UK Doctors Cannot be Banned as 'It Breaches Human Rights' | Medindia

It is not possible to impose an automatic ban on doctors convicted of sex offences as the move would not be compatible with human rights legislation, says the British medical council.

http://www.medindia.net/news/sex-offender-uk-doctors-cannot-be-banned-as-it-breaches-human-rights-107700-1.htm

Topless Page 3 Pics for Domestic Violence Among British | Medindia

Topless Page 3 Pics for Domestic Violence Among British | Medindia

Lynne Featherstone, Britain's Liberal Democrat politician has said that topless pictures in tabloid newspapers should be banned because they fuel domestic violence.

http://www.medindia.net/news/topless-page-3-pics-for-domestic-violence-among-british-107691-1.htm

NYU Biologists Uncover Dynamic Between Biological Clock and Neuronal Activity | Medindia

NYU Biologists Uncover Dynamic Between Biological Clock and Neuronal Activity | Medindia

New York University biologists have uncovered a discovery that sheds new light on sleep-wake cycles and offers new directions for research into therapies for sleep disorders and jetlag.

http://www.medindia.net/news/nyu-biologists-uncover-dynamic-between-biological-clock-and-neuronal-activity-107699-1.htm

Laparo-Endoscopic Single-Site Surgery Reduces Pain During Kidney Tumor Removal | Medindia

Laparo-Endoscopic Single-Site Surgery Reduces Pain During Kidney Tumor Removal | Medindia

Single-site laparoscopic surgery reduces pain during tumor removal in kidney cancer patients than traditional laparoscopic surgery, according to researchers.

http://www.medindia.net/news/laparo-endoscopic-single-site-surgery-reduces-pain-during-kidney-tumor-removal-107698-1.htm

New App to Show Facebook Activity in Form of Pie Charts and Graphs | Medindia

New App to Show Facebook Activity in Form of Pie Charts and Graphs | Medindia

An app used by thousands of people that offered by answer engine Wolfram that analyses the information people put on Facebook, and shows their account activity in charts and graphs.

http://www.medindia.net/news/new-app-to-show-facebook-activity-in-form-of-pie-charts-and-graphs-107696-1.htm

Unrestricted Somatic Stem Cells Better Than Mesenchymal Stem Cells in Repairing Heart Attack Damage | Medindia

Unrestricted somatic stem cells derived from umbilical cord blood are better in repairing heart attack damage compared to mesenchymal stem cells derived from bone marrow.

http://www.medindia.net/news/healthwatch/unrestricted-somatic-stem-cells-better-than-mesenchymal-stem-cells-in-repairing-heart-attack-damage-107688-1.htm

Low Blood Sugar Levels Increase Chances of Death in Critically Ill Patients | Medindia

Low Blood Sugar Levels Increase Chances of Death in Critically Ill Patients | Medindia

People who experience low blood sugar levels in the Intensive Care Unit may be at a higher risk for death.

http://www.medindia.net/news/healthinfocus/low-blood-sugar-levels-increase-chances-of-death-in-critically-ill-patients-107689-1.htm

World Heart Day 2012: 'One World, One Home, One Heart' | Medindia

World Heart Day 2012: 'One World, One Home, One Heart' | Medindia

World Heart Day is celebrated all over the world each year on 29th of September. This year, WHD will focus on the heart health of women and children through heart-healthy actions.

http://www.medindia.net/news/healthinfocus/world-heart-day-2012-one-world-one-home-one-heart-107690-1.htm

Steam Cooking Destroys the Anti-Platelet Activity of Onions | Medindia:

Onion inhibits the blood platelets from clogging together and forming a thrombus, which may be harmful to the human body. Steam cooking, on the other hand, reverses this action of the onion.

http://www.medindia.net/news/healthinfocus/steam-cooking-destroys-the-anti-platelet-activity-of-onions-107631-1.htm

Eye Movements Aid in the Diagnosis of Neurological Disorder | Medindia:

Eye Movements Aid in the Diagnosis of Neurological Disorder | Medindia:

A new low-cost method, which can detect neurological disorders by monitoring eye movements, has been developed by researchers.

http://www.medindia.net/news/healthinfocus/eye-movements-aid-in-the-diagnosis-of-neurological-disorder-107627-1.htm