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Body's own built-in bathroom scales can regulate fat
According to a recent research, a group of researchers have found a previously unidentified body fat regulatory system.The mechanism senses excessive body weight much like bathroom scales, signaling the brain to reduce food intake.More knowledge about the sensing mechanism could lead to a better understanding of the causes of obesity as well as new anti-obesity drugs.Speaking about the study, lead author John-Olov Jansson said, "Quite simply, we have found support for the existence of internal bathroom scales. The weight of the body is registered in the lower extremities. If the body weight tends to increase, a signal is sent to the brain to decrease food intake and keep the body weight constant."The research was performed on obese rodents that were made artificially heavier by loading with extra weights.The animals lost almost as much weight as the artificial load. The extra weights caused body fat to decrease and blood glucose levels to improve.The study also revealed a previously ..
Study finds nanowire device to detect cancer with a urine test
In a new research, a group of researchers have developed a nanowire device that can detect microscopic levels of cancer markers in the urine, an advance that could help non-invasively diagnose the deadly disease.Cells communicate with each other through a number of different mechanisms.A less familiar mode of cellular transport is the extracellular vesicle (EV), which can be thought of as small "chunks" of a cell that are able to pinch off and circulate throughout the body to deliver messenger cargo to other cells.These messengers have become increasingly recognised as crucial mediators of cell-to-cell communication.The scientists have developed a novel medical device that can efficiently capture these EVs, and potentially use them to screen for cancer.Talking about the research, study's lead author Takao Yasui explained, "EVs are potentially useful as clinical markers. The composition of the molecules contained in an EV may provide a diagnostic signature for certain diseases. The ...
Healthy lifestyle can help fight dementia, suggests study
According to a recent study, a group of researchers have found that keeping fit can help fight dementia.The scientists have found that physical activity helps stimulate blood circulation in areas at risk in the front of the brain, reports Daily Express.Dementia is a growing problem worldwide, due to an ageing population and it has significant human and economic costs.While talking about the research, study's lead author Alice Hollamby said, "We understand that living with dementia poses many challenges to individuals and their families and the idea of improving their physical fitness may seem like an unachievable target."She added, "However, we encourage increased physical fitness in any way - even what may seem like minor steps. Just helping out around the house or in the garden, taking a short walk or swim, or lifting things from a seated position could play a big part in slowing the progression."Meanwhile, study co-author Dr Eddy J Davelaar, noted, "We all know we should embrace a .
ICRC calls medical evacuation in Syria 'a positive step'
The Red Cross on Wednesday called the evacuation of people in critical medical condition from a besieged suburb of the Syrian capital, a positive step.Taking to Twitter, the world's biggest aid organisation said, "The operation is a positive step. This will give some respite to the people suffering in Eastern Ghouta - especially those in dire need of life-saving medical treatment."Earlier on Tuesday, the International Committee of the Red Cross in Syria informed that medical evacuations have begun from the Syrian rebel-held enclave of Eastern Ghouta to Damascus.The ICRC further said, "The evacuation came after an agreement was reached between parties to the conflict. Following their request, we and SYRedCrescent accepted to act as neutral humanitarian intermediary to facilitate this agreement."Under the terms of a deal between Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's government and rebel group Jaish al-Islam, which controls Eastern Ghouta, 25 more people are expected to be evacuated for ...
Eye surgeries under torchlight: NHRC issues notice to UP govt
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a notice to Uttar Pradesh government over 32 patients reportedly being operated for eye surgeries under torchlight at a primary health centre in Unnao district. The NHRC taking suo motu cognisance of the case has issued the notice to the state's chief secretary and sought details in the matter. The Commission today observed that the content of the media reports reveal "negligence on the part of the doctors and are a sad commentary on the status of infrastructure facilities available in the hospitals in Uttar Pradesh, particularly non-availability of backup power supply in the hospital, especially in the operation theatre". The NHRC has asked the state to furnish the "details of the 32 persons (or any other number), names, address and phone number who were operated on December 25 at the centre". It has also asked if the "operated persons (specify each one of them) have been able to see normally/clearly after the ...
Cataract ops: Opposition attacks UP govt; NHRC issues notice
The National Human Rights Commission today took suo motu cognisance of 32 cataract patients allegedly operated upon under torchlight at a primary health centre in Unnao, even as the opposition ridiculed the Uttar Pradesh government for its failure to provide electricity to a state-run hospital. An official statement released by the rights body said the contents of the media reports reveal negligence on part of doctors and are a sad commentary on the status of infrastructure facilities available in the hospitals in Uttar Pradesh, particularly non-availability of backup power supply in operation theatres. The Commission has issued a notice to UP chief secretary, asking him to furnish information about the incident, within two weeks. Latching on to the incident, Samajwadi Party spokesman Rajendra Chaudhary said it was ridiculous that the state government was signing "power for all" agreement, but the fact remains that even government hospitals are functioning without ...
Rajasthan doctors' strike ends as government resolves 'misunderstandings'
The 11-day-long strike of doctors in Rajasthan came to an end on Wednesday evening following an marathon meeting between the state government and the striking doctors that addressed their concerns, state Health Minister Kalicharan Saraf said.
NHRC takes note of UP cataract operations in torchlight
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognizance of media reports stating that 32 cataract patients were operated upon under torchlight at a primary health centre in Unnao. An official statement released by the rights body today said the contents of the media reports reveal negligence on part of doctors and are a sad commentary on the status of infrastructure facilities available in the hospitals in Uttar Pradesh, particularly non-availability of backup power supply in operation theatres. The Commission has issued a notice to UP chief secretary, asking him to furnish information about the incident, within two weeks. The information sought include details of 32 persons (or the exact number) like the names, addresses and phone numbers of those operated on December 25 at primary health centre, Nawabganj in Unnao. The NHRC also wanted to know whether the operated persons were able to see clearly after the procedure; why there was no backup power ...
NHRC issues notice to UP govt after cataract surgeries conducted under torchlight
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Wednesday issued a notice to the Uttar Pradesh government after taking suo motu cognizance of the 32 eye surgeries conducted under torchlight at a health centre in Unnao.Uttar Pradesh Health Minister Sidharth Nath Singh, earlier on Tuesday, removed the chief medical officer of Unnao.As per reports, cataract surgeries of 32 patients were conducted under torchlight on Monday as there was no electricity or power back-up in the Community Health Centre of Nawabganj.A probe has also been ordered into the case.
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Mobile app forewarning of livestock diseases launched
Union Agriculture Minister Radha Mohan Singh today launched a mobile application which can forewarn farmers about diseases affecting the livestock. The app - Livestock Disease Forewarning (LDF) -- has been developed by ICAR-National Institute of Veterinary Epidemiology and Disease Informatics (ICAR-NIVEDI), an official statement said. Apart from early warning, the app will also provide information about clinical samples for diagnosis in the case of an epidemic, the minister said. ICAR-NIVEDI has identified 13 priority diseases with a strong database and provides monthly livestock disease alerts to the state and Central animal husbandry departments.
Govt acts on RSS-linked SJM's complaint against HPV vaccine
Acting on a complaint to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) by the RSS-affiliated Swadeshi Jagran Manch, the health ministry has asked the drugs regulator to take "necessary action" against alleged attempts to introduce HPV vaccine, used for preventing cervical cancer, in India. The Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM) wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier this month, requesting him to stop the introduction of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccine in the country. SJM co-convener Ashwani Mahajan said today that he had received a letter from an Assistant Drugs Controller (India), which stated that the PMO referred the complaint to it. The official has asked the department to "take necessary action in the matter". The SJM leader cited a World Health Organization (WHO) report which stated that this vaccine had the highest rate of adverse effects among all the vaccines in use. Mahajan claims that some big pharma firms have managed to introduce the vaccine in Punjab although it ...
Eating probiotics likely to help prevent depression
Besides keeping your gut healthy, consuming a diet rich in probiotics -- also called as "good" or "helpful" bacteria -- may help protect against depression, finds a mice study.
Man dies at Max Hospital in Shalimar Bagh, family cries foul
The family of a 58-year-old man, who was taken to Max Hospital in Shalimar Bagh on Christmas Day for treatment of a heart condition, has alleged that he died due to the hospital's negligence, a charge the upscale facility has denied. The allegation came weeks after the Court of the Financial Commissioner stayed an order of the Delhi government cancelling the hospital's licence for wrongly declaring a newborn dead. Sarika, 35, daughter of the deceased, Kamlesh Chander, today said: "We are devastated by the incident. Tomorrow, we will try to reach out to Health Minister J P Nadda and the chief medical officer of Delhi. We want justice." "My father was on his feet when he visited the hospital on December 25. He was sweating, so they took him to the emergency ward and an ECG test was conducted. The test revealed that he had blockage in his arteries," she said. Sarika said an angiography was performed on her father and the doctors told the family that Chander would need a ...
'Calcium, vitamin D supplements not harmful for older people'
After a study by researchers in China claimed that supplements containing calcium, vitamin D or both may not protect older adults against bone fractures, doctors in India have said that these supplements are not harmful for people at risk of osteoporosis, a condition that causes bones to become weak and brittle.
Teesta River makes a stir in premium tea segment with launch of Lounge Tea
Teesta River Tea, a Bangalore based start-up has launched its array of tea products online. The brand has launched its product range in Amazon and plans to sell across selected super markets and stores in Southern India in December 2017.The move comes at a time when India's tea market is estimated to be over 15,000 crores with a penetration of more than 90 percent in the domestic market.The Teesta River Tea Company has been promoted by Neeraj Verma, an ex-Hindustan Unilever (HUL) hand with vast experience in the tea industry and Unilever Marketing and Raghvendra Rao, a Chartered Accountant by profession. Neeraj and Raghavendra are determined to bring tea lovers something unique. Teas blended with Super Fruits, Flowers and Herbs are healthy and tasty. Green teas with Rose is a fine blend. The company uses only natural fruits and flavours.Besides loose teas in packets the company has introduced Lounge Tea brand in Silken Pyramid tea bags which not only allows consumers to see the fruits
Man dies at Max Hospital, family alleges negligence
The family of a 58-year-old man, who was taken to Max Hospital in Shalimar Bagh on Christmas Day for treatment of a heart condition, today alleged that he died due to the hospital's negligence, a charge the upscale facility has denied. The allegation came weeks after the Court of the Financial Commissioner stayed an order of the Delhi government cancelling the hospital's licence for wrongly declaring a newborn dead. Sarika, 35, daughter of the deceased, Kamlesh Chander, said: "We are devastated by the incident. Tomorrow, we will try to reach out to Health Minister J P Nadda and the chief medical officer of Delhi. We want justice." "My father was on his feet when he visited the hospital on December 25. He was sweating, so they took him to the emergency ward and an ECG test was conducted. The test revealed that he had blockage in his arteries," she said. Sarika said an angiography was performed on his father and the doctors told the family that Chander would need a bypass
Soothe teeth sensitivity in easy ways
Oral health is a window to a persons overall health and well-being and amongst that teeth sensitivity is one of the main problems that can range from slight discomfort to severe pain -- so make sure you are taking care of it properly.
Protein that induces postpartum depression identified
Scientists have identified the protein in the brain that can induce postpartum depression, paving the way for new therapies to prevent the condition in new mothers. Postpartum depression strikes nearly one in five new mothers, who may experience anxiety, severe fatigue, inability to bond with their children and suicidal thoughts. Such depression has also been associated with infants' developmental difficulties. Although stress has been identified as a significant risk factor for postpartum depression, this complex disorder is still poorly understood. Scientists at Tufts University in the US have generated a novel preclinical model of postpartum depression and demonstrated involvement of the neuroendocrine system that mediates physiological response to stress, called the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, which is normally suppressed during and after pregnancy. The findings in mice provide the first empirical evidence that disruption of this system engenders ...
Panacea Biotec files plea against patent for pneumonia vaccine
Drug firm Panacea Biotec has filed a review petition against the grant of a patent with regard to a pneumonia vaccine to the US-based company Wyeth, Parliament was informed today. "After grant of patent, Panacea Biotech Ltd has filed a Review Petition on September 28, 2017...The review petition has been taken up for disposal as per law," Minister of State for Commerce and Industry C R Chaudhary said in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha. The Controller of Patents has approved grant of patent to Wyeth for "Multivalent Pneumococcal Polysaccharide- Protein Conjugate Composition" on August 11 this year. He said the petitioner has submitted that the "impugned decision is liable to be set aside with all attendant consequences, including recall of patent grant and ordering of a fresh hearing. He also said that Panacea Biotech and Medicins Sans Frontiers (MSF) India had opposed the grant of the patent. After hearing the oppositions, the patent office granted the patent. On ...