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London: Patients who contract Covid-19 face a higher risk of developing cardiovascular diseases and diabetes, particularly in the three months following infection, according to a new study. Scientists are increasingly recognising Covid-19 as a multi-system condition that can cause disease throughout the body, likely by triggering pathways that cause inflammation. Researchers from the King’s College […]
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Washington: Unlike other organs, the heart cannot heal itself after injury. Heart disease is the top cause of mortality in the U.S and is particularly deadly. For this reason, tissue engineering will be crucial for the development of cardiac medicine, ultimately leading to the mass production of a wholesale fabrication of an entire human heart […]
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Tangy, spicy, and hot rasam/charu is ideal for the winter and monsoon seasons. It is served as part of the main course in a traditional south Indian meal. It is typically served with hot steaming rice, but it can also be served with idli, dosa, idiyappam, and puttu. It is sometimes served as a soup […]
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New York: If you are over 40 and have no underlying health conditions a small glass of red wine, or a can or bottle of beer, or a shot of whiskey or other spirits may help reduce risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke, and diabetes, according to a new analysis published in The Lancet. However, the study […]
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Hyderabad: Self-confidence plays a key role in not only achieving success in one’s life but also in having a good mental-health. When low self-esteem becomes a long-term problem, it can sabotage our day-to-day lives. It is most important to understand that having low self-esteem is not one’s fault and the only thing you can do […]
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New York: About 23 per cent of people infected with Covid will become “long haulers”, finds a study that identifies predictors of who is likely to develop the sometimes-debilitating symptoms that can last for months. The study finds that obesity and hair loss at the time of infection are predictors of long Covid, but that other […]
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Washington: New research shows the loss of the male sex chromosome as many men age causes the heart muscle to scar and can lead to deadly heart failure. The finding may help explain why men die, on average, several years younger than women. UVA researcher Kenneth Walsh, PhD, says the new discovery suggests that men […]
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New Delhi: Menstruation is one of the most important and essential processes of a woman’s body that deserves utmost self-care. Hence, it becomes extremely vital to ensure personal hygiene to avoid infections while one is on their period. Menstrual cycles make many women suffer from severe pain. The period cramps come with sharp, throbbing, burning […]
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India reported its first case of monkeypox in Kerala. The infected person, who returned from abroad, was hospitalised after showing signs of the virus. He tested positive for the same on Thursday, Kerala health minister Veena George said. The person showed symptoms of monkeypox and he was in close contact with a patient abroad. According […]
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Hyderabad: Everybody feels anxious. Before an important appointment, in between conversations, early in the morning or late at night, there’s no fixed time to experience that gutting feeling. Given the stigma and unawareness around mental health in our country, any conversation about anxiety is met with phrases like ‘it will pass, calm down’ or ‘time […]
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New York: The US has approved a new type of eye drop which they say could eliminate the need for reading glasses. The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) recently approved the use of an eye drop designed to improve age-related near-vision, reports Express.co.uk. Called Vuity, the drop is applied to each eye once a day and […]
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New Delhi: Did you ever think that holding in farts could land you in a hospital? A Brazilian influencer landed in hospital for holding in her farts! Brazilian influencer Viih Tube landed in a wheelchair at a Portuguese airport after she experience pain from holding in her farts. As crazy and weird as it may […]
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New Delhi: Sex. A word worth expressing more than what a statement could! We love talking about it, hearing about it, or doing it in our own ‘sweet’ way. Sex is considered the best way to feel the extreme desire of your partner and make love in the most intimate space. Sex drive or libido […]
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Hyderabad: Till a few years ago, the concept of genetic tests for pregnant women to foretell the possibility of passing on a defective gene to the baby was alien. More often than not, the medical condition of a just-born baby was dependant on a genetic lottery, where genes are inherited from the parents. While we […]
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Hyderabad: With the advent of the monsoon, the humidity will be at its peak and that will lead to sweating and dripping of makeup. Waterproof makeup products may be more suitable. They contain ingredients like fats, waxes, and silicon, which do not allow the makeup to get wet and become runny. A powder-based foundation will […]
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New York: A team of US researchers successfully transplanted two genetically engineered pig hearts into recently deceased humans in June and July. The surgeries, known as xenotransplants, were performed on June 16 and July 6 at NYU Langone’s Tisch Hospital. These marked the latest advances toward addressing the organ shortage and developing a clinical protocol […]
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Hyderabad: The monsoon showers are best paired with street food. An unending zeal to gulp down your favourite pani puri while it is drizzling is inevitable. However, Telangana Director of Public Health Dr. Srinivas Rao has urged people to avoid eating pani puri during monsoon as it will lead to seasonal ailments, especially typhoid. “Do […]
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Hyderabad: Launching exclusively first at Shyamal and Bhumika’s Hyderabad store, the Wedding Couture Collection 2022 by the iconic couturiers is a beautiful line of hand-embroidered masterpieces, designed using age-old craft techniques in the most unusual mix of silhouettes and colours. Encouraged by a festive mood, the couturiers have sought inspiration from nature, our history and […]
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Hyderabad: Not all celebrities are blessed with flawless skin as we see on our social media feeds; they just hide behind tons of makeup and hours of editing on Photoshop. Lately, many stars like TikTok sensation Addison Rae, supermodel Kendall Jenner and Telugu film star Sai Pallavi are openly discussing their struggles with acne and […]
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Washington: Triptans, a commonly prescribed class of migraine drugs, may also be useful in treating obesity, a new study suggests. In studies on obese mice, a daily dose of triptan led animals to eat less food and lose weight over the course of a month. “We’ve shown that there is real potential to repurposed these […]
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San Diego: Human immunodeficiency virus 1, or HIV-1, is well-known for its amazing ability to elude the immune system. Scripps Research scientists and associates have discovered how our innate immune system detects HIV-1 even when it is present in trace amounts. The findings of the research were published in the journal ‘Molecular Cell’. The sudy […]
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Hyderabad: Actors Spandana Palli and Chandini Bhagwanani, besides city models and fashion enthusiasts graced the preview event of the upcoming fashion exhibition ‘HiLife Brides’. Brides always have a dreamy picture of their weddings and that embarks them on a journey to look for the best outfits and accessories, and feel ethereal. Well, that’s how much […]
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Hyderabad: Bajji, also referred to as fritters or pakora, is a common and popular snack in all Indian households. A variety of bajjis are made with potato, plantain, spinach, brinjal, onions, carom leaves, green chillies, paneer, bread, etc. Made with gram flour and a vegetable of our choice, the bajjis deep fried in oil. They […]
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Washington: New research suggests that many people may indeed reap mental health benefits from working with plants even if they’ve never gardened before. In a study published in the journal PLOS ONE, University of Florida scientists found that gardening activities lowered stress, anxiety and depression in healthy women who attended twice-weekly gardening classes. None of […]