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'New smartphone app may help people manage migraine'
Researchers have developed a smartphone-based relaxation app which may help reduce the frequency of headaches in people suffering from migraine. Migraine sufferers who used the technique at least twice a week experienced on average four fewer headache days per month, said researchers from the New York University School of Medicine (NYU) in the US. The app, called RELAXaHEAD, guides patients through progressive muscle relaxation, or PMR. In this form of behavioural therapy, patients alternately relax and tense different muscle groups to reduce stress. The study, published in the journal Nature Digital Medicine, is the first to evaluate the clinical effectiveness of an app for treating migraine, and adding an app to standard therapies such as oral medications under the supervision of a doctor. "Our study offers evidence that patients may pursue behavioural therapy if it is easily accessible, they can do it on their own time, and it is affordable," said Mia Minen, an assistant professor .
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Sports powers kids to fight emotional distress
Parents, please take note. Kids who engage in organised physical activity at a young age are less likely to have emotional difficulties later in life, says a study.
Two-thirds of world's AIDS treatment drugs supplied by India
India supplies nearly two-thirds of the world's antiretroviral drugs and plays a significant role in the global fight against AIDS by helping scale up access to treatment across developing countries, according to an Indian diplomat. First Secretary in India's Permanent Mission to the UN Paulomi Tripathi said at a General Assembly session on Monday that "remarkable progress" had been made in the fight against HIV/ AIDS epidemic. "However, significant challenges remain in our way towards eliminating HIV/ AIDS as a public health threat by 2030," Tripathi said at the session titled 'Implementation of the Declaration of Commitment on HIV/AIDS and The Political Declarations on HIV/AIDS'. The Indian pharmaceutical industry supplies almost two-thirds of the antiretroviral drugs used globally, helping scale up access to treatment across developing countries and significantly contributing in the international fight against AIDS, she said. India has witnessed a more than 80 per cent decline in ..
This smartphone app helps reduce migraine: Study
Researchers have developed a smartphone-based relaxation technique which reduces headache in people who are suffering from migraine.
Brush teeth to postpone Alzheimer's disease
A team of Norwegian scientists have discovered a connection between gum disease and Alzheimer's disease.According to the study published in the journal 'Science Advances', gum disease (gingivitis) plays a decisive role in whether a person develops Alzheimer's or not."We discovered DNA-based proof that the bacteria causing gingivitis can move from the mouth to the brain," said researcher Piotr Mydel, Department of Clinical Science, University of Bergen (UiB).The bacteria produce a protein that destroys nerve cells in the brain, which in turn leads to loss of memory and ultimately, Alzheimer's.Mydel pointed out that the bacteria is not causing Alzheimer's alone, but the presence of these bacteria raise the risk for developing the disease substantially and are also implicated in a more rapid progression of the disease. However, the good news is that this study shows that there are some things you can do yourself to slow down Alzheimer's."Brush your teeth and use floss". Mydel added that .
Simple eye test may help diagnose Alzheimer's disease
Scientists have developed a simple eye test based on imaging technology similar to that used in NASA satellites to detect early signs of Alzheimer's disease. The test developed by researchers at the Centre for Eye Research Australia (CERA) and the University of Melbourne in Australia will undergo clinical trials later this year. The eye scan trial will look for abnormal proteins that build up in the brain through the retina. Peter van Wijngaarden from CERA said the new technology will test people who do not show any signs of memory impairment and detect abnormalities years before symptoms appear. "At the moment, Alzheimer's disease is very difficult to diagnose," Wijngaarden said. "Most people who present with memory impairment don't get access to a definitive diagnosis, because of the need for costly brain scans or a spinal tap to collect fluid," he said. The test takes less than a second of imaging time so it is quick and easy, Wijngaarden said. "The new type of imaging uses ...
Bajaj Finserv partners with motherhood hospitals to provide Life Care finance facility
In a bid to expand its Life Care Finance segment, Bajaj Finserv, through its lending arm Bajaj Finance Ltd, today announced its partnership with motherhood hospitals, a comprehensive network of women & children hospital.The partnership will enable patients at all motherhood hospitals to avail Life Care Finance (LCF) from Bajaj Finserv that converts their medical and wellness bills into an interest-free EMI finance loan.At present, Motherhood Hospitals has a national network of 12 hospitals located in seven cities across the country. They are in Bengaluru (Indiranagar, Sarjapur Road, Hebbal, HRBR Layout, Banashankari), Chennai (Alwarpet), Pune (Kharadi), Mumbai (Kharghar), Coimbatore and Indore.The hospital will be offering an EMI financing option to patients for pregnancy care, fertility care; gynaecology, advanced laparoscopy surgery, neonatology, pediatrics, fetal medicine, cosmetology and radiology."Over the past one year, we have partnered with multiple clinics and hospitals
Kerala govt confirms Nipah virus, 86 under observation
A 23-year-old college student here has been confirmed to be infected with the Nipah virus while 86 others are under medical observation, Kerala Health Minister K K Shailaja Tuesday said. The results of blood samples of the student, which were tested at the National Institute of Virology (NIV) in Pune, have confirmed Nipah, she said. The result came this morning, she added. Earlier, blood samples examined at two virology institutes--Manipal Institute of Virology and Kerala Institute of Virology and Infectious Diseases--had indicated Nipah. Shailaja said the condition of the student, who is being treated at a private hospital here, is stable and he was not put under any support system like ventilator. "Good care is being given to the patient. The patient sometimes become restless due to fever...We expect a good result," she said. The minister further said a list of 86 people who have interacted with the student has been prepared and they were under medical observation. Out of the
Meditation training app may boost attention, memory
Scientists have developed a personalised digital meditation training programme that significantly improves attention and memory in young adults in just six weeks. The intervention, called MediTrain, utilises an algorithm that tailors the length of the meditation sessions to the abilities of the participants, so they are not discouraged by their initial attempts to focus attention on their breath, a time-honoured meditation technique. Scientists from University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) in the US tested the programme in a trial with 59 participants between 18 and 35 years old. According to the research published in the journal Nature Human Behaviour, the magnitude of the effects on attention and memory were similar to what has been seen in previous studies of middle-aged adults after months of in-person training or intensive meditation retreats. The app-based programme, however, required just 20 to 30 minutes of cummulative practice each day, composed of many very short ...
Gene experiment foolish and dangerous: Experts
The first people to be gene-edited -- a pair of baby twin girls -- may have been mutated in a way that shortens life expectancy, research suggests.
Kerala: Man tests positive for Nipah virus infection
A 23-year-old man in Ernakulam district of Kerala has tested positive for Nipah virus infection, state Health and Family Welfare Minister K K Shailaja said here on Tuesday.A blood sample of the man was sent to the National Institute of Virology in Pune which confirmed the infection, she told a press conference here.On Monday, the minister had said that 86 people were put under medical observation after the man showed symptoms of the virus infection. He is undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Ernakulam."The government is fully equipped to deal with the situation. All decisions are being made based on our experience of the Nipah outbreak in Kozhikode in May last year," Shailaja had said.A special isolation ward has been set up at the Ernakulam Medical College to treat any suspected case.Ernakulam district collector K Mohammed Y Safirulla has said that hospitals in the district have been given instructions on the procedure to be followed if patients with similar symptoms ...
Dr. Reddy's gains after announcing re-launch of Zenatane
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories rose 2.49% to Rs 2786.70 at 9:26 IST after the company announced the re-launch of Zenatane in the US market.
India calls for expanding antiretroviral therapy coverage to combat HIV/AIDS
India, an important player in the global fight against AIDS, has called for focusing on efforts to invigorate research for improving diagnosis and developing vaccine and new treatments to alleviate the need for lifelong antiretroviral therapy (ART). First Secretary in India's Permanent Mission to the UN Paulomi Tripathi said India is building on lessons learnt of past decades to tackle the last mile' challenges, with focus on reduction in new infection, elimination of mother to child transmission and elimination of stigma and discrimination by 2020. "Remarkable progress has been made in fight against HIV/ AIDS epidemic. However, significant challenges remain in our way towards eliminating HIV/ AIDS as a public health threat by 2030," Tripathi said Monday at a General Assembly session on 'Implementation of the Declaration of Commitment on HIV/AIDS and The Political Declarations on HIV/AIDS'. The Indian pharmaceutical industry supplies almost two-thirds of the antiretroviral drugs used .
Video of doctor beating patient in Jaipur hospital goes viral
A video went viral on social media on Monday in which a resident doctor at the SMS Hospital here was seen mercilessly beating a man who seemed to be a patient at the hospital.
Received approval from BSE, NSE for reclassification of promoters: Fortis Healthcare
Fortis Healthcare Monday said it has received approval from both bourses BSE and NSE for reclassification of its promoters including Singh brothers -- Malvinder Mohan Singh and Shivinder Mohan Singh. The company has received approval from both the stock exchanges - BSE Ltd and NSE Ltd - for reclassification of the following promoters Malvinder Mohan Singh Trust, Harpal Singh, Abhishek Singh, Malvinder Mohan Singh, Shivinder Mohan Singh, Fortis Healthcare Holdings Pvt Ltd, Malav Holdings Pvt Ltd and RHC Holding Pvt Ltd, Fortis Healthcare said in a filing to BSE. "The remaining promoter of the company is Northern TK Venture Pte. Ltd," it added. Fortis in August 2018 had applied for reclassification of these promoters. Post reclassification, Northern TK Venture Pte Ltd remains the promoter of the firm with a 31.17 per cent stake in the healthcare firm. Shares of Fortis Healthcare closed at Rs 124.75 per scrip on BSE, down 0.40 per cent from its previous close.
Doctor beats patient at Jaipur hospital
A resident doctor was caught beating up a patient on camera at a hospital in Jaipur.The incident reportedly took place at the Sawai Man Singh (SMS) Medical College on Sunday."We have asked for a report on the video as to what really happened," said Rajasthan Health Minister Raghu Sharma.On behalf of the hospital, Principal Sudhir Bhandari said, "I have instructed this to be immediately taken up by the disciplinary committee.
Video of doctor thrashing patient in Rajasthan hospital goes viral
A video purportedly showing a doctor thrashing a patient admitted at state-run SMS Hospital here has gone viral on social media, following which the Rajasthan Human Rights Commission sought a report on the matter from the hospital administration by June 25. According to the hospital administration, patient Mubarik (30), hailing from Uttar Pradesh and currently residing in Chandpole area here, was admitted at their facility on June 1 for a type of poisoning with gastritis, when he turned violent with the doctors. The patient first manhandled a female doctor and when a male doctor and the patient's family tried to calm him down the patient, he started to physically fight with the rest, hospital authorities said. "The video circulated on social media seems to be edited. A disciplinary committee will investigate the matter and a report will be submitted to the Rajasthan Human Rights Commission as well. The patient is now fit to be discharged," SMS Hospital Superintendent Dr D S Meena told
Facial recognition tech helps develop patient safety tool
"Using images of a patient's face and eyes we were able to train computer systems to recognise high-risk arm movement," said study lead author Akane Sato from Yokohama City University in Japan.
LGBTQ adolescents experiencing weight-based bullying at risk of substance abuse
LGBTQ adolescents who experience weight-based bullying have increased risk of substance abuse, recent findings suggest.According to the study, weight-based victimization among sexual and gender minority youth is associated with increased odds of alcohol use, binge drinking, marijuana use, and cigarette use.The research has found that weight-based victimization contributes to poor health in youth, including substance use and poorer emotional well-being. However, the harms of weight-based victimization have received almost no attention in LGBTQ youth, despite their high rates of obesity and high risk for victimization and psychological distress."The absence of research on weight-based victimization in this vulnerable population is concerning, and so our study aimed to look at how weight-based victimization is related to health behaviors of sexual and gender minority adolescents," said Rebecca Puhl, study's lead author.The study, published in Health Psychology, reported on findings from .