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Suffering from migraine? This new app helps reduce frequency of headaches

Primary symptoms of migraine include moderate to severe head pain that is often accompanied by nausea and sensitivity

Kochi college student infected with Nipah virus, confirms Kerala minister

The results of blood samples of the student, which were tested at the National Institute of Virology in Pune, have confirmed Nipah, the minister said

Scientists create new 'glowing' protein which may help treat cancer

The protein created will be used in fluorescence microscopy to help in research on cancer, infectious diseases and organ development

Vaccine-on-wheels project covering three cities gets Gates Foundation grant

The concept is designed to improve vaccination coverage among low-income-family children, covers Gurgaon, Allahabad and Surat on pilot basis

Weight changes to sleep problems, depression is much more than feeling sad

There is more to clinical depression than just being sad or lonely

Marathon running can increase your risk of cardiac arrest, say experts

Interestingly, the risks for runners are heightened by racing

Gene 'switch' may help in identifying breast cancer spread, say scientists

Targeting this switch with a different drug could help reverse this resistance

Planning to travel? Try these six simple 'barre' stretches on vacation

Here are six simple barre stretches you can take on the road, as long as you have something to hold on to

Staff shortages, fund crunch: What imperils India's healthcare delivery

New challenges posed by non-communicable diseases are posing an additional burden on the healthcare delivery system

Despite free treatment, 25% Indian TB patients had to sell assets to pay

Out-of-pocket (OOP) health expenses drove 55 million Indians--more than the population of South Korea, Spain or Kenya--into poverty in 2011-12

How mandatory common salt iodisation helped bring down thyroid disorders

Despite correction of iodine deficiency, hypothyroidism remains an important public health problem

Granules India receives final approval for ADHD treatment drug from USFDA

The approved product is bioequivalent to the reference listed drug product (RLD), Ritalin LA extended-release capsules of Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation.

Type 2 Diabetic? Forget oatmeal, low-carb breakfast reduces sugar spikes

Eating a low-carbohydrate breakfast could help curb cravings for treats later in the day - a simple and powerful strategy not just for those with Type 2 diabetes, but for anyone looking to improve the

Novartis' $2-mn therapy for rare disorder is world's most expensive drug

Novartis executives defended the price, saying that a one-time treatment is more valuable than expensive long-term treatments

Skip breakfast before exercise to get better results, shows study

When we eat a meal, our bodies rely on the carbohydrates in those foods as a primary source of energy

Having a purpose to life may help you live longer, says survey

Higher scores on the survey indicated greater purpose in life

Cardiac arrests: Why women have a higher mortality rate than men

Cardiac arrest involves the abrupt loss of heart function, breathing and consciousness

Here's how prolonged earphone use can infect or damage your ears

There are earphones that deliver excellent audio experience, but with this greatness comes health risks

MoU signed for uniformity in cancer patient care standards under PMJAY

The PMJAY is the flagship scheme of the government which aims at providing a cover of up to Rs 5 lakh per family per year, for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation to over 10.74 crore vulnerabl

Medtronic says won't recall pacemakers after drug regulator issues alert

CDSCO has alerted patients with implants of three Medtronic pacemaker models to seek immediate medical care if they feel certain symptoms that could be signs of the devices' sudden battery depletion