Black trauma patients 65 and older more likely to survive than white counterparts: Research
In a finding that runs counter to most health disparities research, Johns Hopkins researchers say that while younger black trauma […]
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Nearly one-third of the worlds population is obese: Study
Today, 2.1 billion people “ nearly 30 percent of the worlds population “ are either obese or overweight, according to a new, […]
Samsung launches new digital health platform
Samsung launched a new digital health technology platform that uses sensors to track a range of body functions such as […]
Survey reveals common diseases affecting Indias women population
ENN (Elets News Network) A survey conducted by Metropolis Healthcare Ltd, Indias leading multinational chain of 105 diagnostic centers and […]
Cancer ads zero in on emotions, not facts
According to a study, television and magazine advertisements from cancer centers often tug at peoples heartstrings, but rarely provide information […]
Cancer type different for rich and poor: Study
According to a recent study, certain cancers are more concentrated in areas with high poverty, while other cancers arise more […]
IFC extends $147-million loan to Jubilant Pharma
International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank is lending $147.5 million (around Rs.866 crore) to Jubilant Pharma […]
Study reveals how cancer cells spread
Researchers have found a signaling pathway in cancer cells that controls their ability to invade nearby tissues in a finely […]
A powerful new way to treat HER2-positive breast cancer validated
In a recent study at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHIL), scientists discovered a powerful new way of treating an aggressive […]
Better therapeutics against diabetes found
Inhibition of a novel enzyme could enhance a signal that promotes insulin secretion and reduces blood sugar levels, a study […]
Technology disinfecting food products destroy antibiotic-resistant bacteria
Application of a technology currently used to disinfect food products may help to get around one of the most challenging […]
New study uncovers false claims on e-cigarettes
A new research has cast doubt on the safety of e-cigarettes and their use as a smoking cessation aid. In […]
Google makes $130m investment in healthcare tech
Internet search giant Google is making serious headway in the healthcare technology market by investing US$130m in Flatiron Health, an […]
