Sleeping With Light Exposure Leads To Chronic Health Issues: Study
The researchers claimed that being exposed to light at night may be harmful in multiple ways and could lead to chronic diseases. "This is about enough light that you could maybe see your way around, but it's not enough light to really read comfortably," stated a researcher. Notably, the study also concluded that exposure to light at night could disturb our metabolism.
Tags: Health, Lifestyle, Sleep, light, research
Courtesy: NPR
Increasing Mushroom Intake May Be Good For Gut Health: Study
Researchers at the University of Massachusetts revealed that mushrooms are loaded with unique dietary compositions. "It's a perfect supplement as a natural whole food to improve the quality of Western-style diets, with the added benefit of improving our overall gut health," stated a researcher.… read-more
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Courtesy: News 18
Arindam Gupta Appointed As Executive Vice President & Head Of PGA Labs: Delhi
As per reports, PGA Labs has appointed Arindam Gupta as the Executive Vice President and Head of its Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Life Sciences verticals. In addition, Gupta will take over the responsibility for driving business development and revenue maximization. Notably, he was an entrepreneur in the MedTech space that paid attention to the growing home healthcare segment with respiratory care equipment and solutions, in India.
Tags: Health, PGA Labs, Arindam Gupta, head, Executive Vice President
Courtesy: The Economic Times
COVID-19 Associated With Higher Risk Of Neuropathy, Says Researcher
As per researchers, people who were infected with Covid-19 are likely to report pain, numbness, or tingling in their hands and feet in comparison to those who were tested negative against the virus. However, the findings of the study were published in the journal 'Pain'. "Several viral infections, such as HIV and shingles, are associated with peripheral neuropathy because viruses can damage nerves,'' stated a researcher from Washington… read-more
Tags: Health, Lifestyle, Covid-19, RISK, Neuropathy
Courtesy: The Economic Times
India, WHO Inks Pact To Set Up Global Traditional Medicine Centre In Gujarat
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Government of India, on March 25, signed a deal to set up the Global Centre for Traditional Medicine in Jamnagar, Gujarat. In addition, the initiative aims to harness the potential of traditional… read-more
Tags: WHO, GoI, Gujarat, Global Centre for Traditional Medicine, Health
Courtesy: India Today
Cranberries Can Elevate Cardiovascular Health, Reveals Study
Consuming cranberries regularly can improve cardiovascular health. In addition, the study was conducted on 45 healthy men who consumed whole cranberry powder everyday or a placebo for one month. The cranberry consumption increased FMD and confirmed dosing, stated the researchers. Notably, Low consumption of fruits and vegetables is one of the common factors for poor cardiovascular health across the globe.
Tags: Health, cranberries, Lifestyle, cardiovascular health, Consumption
Courtesy: News18
Artificial Intelligence Tool To Help Predict Heart Attacks
Researchers have developed an artificial intelligence-enabled tool that detects heart attacks in Humans. In addition, a medical test called coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CTA) captures 3D images of the heart and arteries and shows how much a patient’s arteries have narrowed. In the trial named 'SCOT-HEART', the CTA images correctly predicted heart attack risk for 1,611 people in the course of five years.
Tags: Health, Artificial Intelligence, Researchers, Heart attack, predictions
Courtesy: ANI News
Government Repeals Disaster Management Act For COVID Containment Measures
The ministry of home affairs revoked provisions of the Disaster Management Act for Covid-19 containment measures. In addition, the order was issued in the wake of improvement of the Covid-19 situation in India. According to the order, the States/UTs may continue to follow the SOPs/advisories that have been or are being issued by the MoHFW for Covid containment measures, vaccination and including observing COVID Appropriate Behaviour.
Tags: National, Health, Disaster Management Act, Covid Containment Measures, Covid-19
Courtesy: Zee News
Malaria Drug Could Combat Neck Cancer, Finds Study
Researchers of the University of Pittsburgh suggested that the antimalarial drug 'hydroxychloroquine (HCQ)' could treat Neck Cancer. In addition, the drug boosts the effectiveness of chemotherapy against some types of cancer by inhibiting pathways that drive drug resistance. Notably, The researchers are all set to conduct a phase II clinical trial to treat head and neck cancer patients with a combination of hydroxychloroquine and cisplatin… read-more
Tags: Health, Lifestyle, MALARIA DRUG, TREATING, NECK CANCER
Courtesy: ANI News
Nordic Diet Likely To Improve Cholesterol & Blood Sugar, Claims Study
Nordic Diet brings down the risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and even death, according to a research. In addition, healthy nordic diet is beneficial for low-grade inflammation and lipid profiles. Moreover, the 2013 study was done on 200 participants over 55 years of age dealing with overweight and metabolic syndrome. Notably, the nordic diet includes berries, fish, root vegetables, and rapeseed oil.
Tags: Health, Lifestyle, Nordic Diet, cholesterol, blood sugar
Courtesy: Medical News Today