Mobile phone use linked to increased head and neck injuries, finds JAMA study Medha Baranwal Baranwal6 Dec 2019 7:15 PM ISTCell phone-related injuries to the head and neck have steeply increased over the two decades. USA: With the increasing use of cell phones, injuries...
High dose aspirin effective and safe treatment option for acute migraine: Study Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli Kohli5 Dec 2019 7:30 PM ISTMigraine headache is the third most common disease in the world more prevalent than diabetes, epilepsy and asthma combined. It is among the most...
Gabapentin may help restore limb function after spinal cord injury Medical Dialogues Bureau5 Dec 2019 7:05 PM ISTInjuries to the adult spinal cord disrupt communication between the brain and the spinal cord, causing neurological deficits and long-term...
Early and intensive reduction of non-HDL cholesterol may decrease CVD risk: Lancet Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli Kohli3 Dec 2019 8:15 PM ISTThe increased blood levels of non-HDL cholesterol and low-density lipoproteins (LDL) are accepted as causal risk factors for cardiovascular disease....
Repeat febrile seizures tied to higher risk of epilepsy and psychiatric disorders: JAMA Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli Kohli3 Dec 2019 7:30 PM ISTFebrile seizures occur in 2% to 5% of children between the ages of 3 months and 5 years. Many affected children experience recurrent febrile seizures....
Epilepsy drug may inhibit development of brain tumour in infants Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli Kohli3 Dec 2019 7:25 PM ISTMedulloblastoma (MB) is the most common malignant pediatric brain tumour and arises in the developing hindbrain. Radiation is a standard treatment in...
Rare case of Leptospirosis meningitis transmitted by pet mouse Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli Kohli3 Dec 2019 6:00 PM ISTDr Anne Christine Nordholm at Department of Infectious Diseases, Copenhagen University Hospital Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark and colleagues...
One in two people who are homeless may have experienced TBI in their lifetime Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli Kohli2 Dec 2019 7:05 PM ISTAccording to a new systematic review and first meta-analysis on the prevalence of traumatic brain injury (TBI) in people who are homeless or in...
Increased antibiotics use linked to Parkinson's disease Hina Zahid1 Dec 2019 7:20 PM ISTGut microbiota alterations have been found in prodromal and established Parkinson's disease (PD). Antibiotic exposure can have long‐term effects on...
Extra virgin olive oil may protect against multiple types of dementia Medha Baranwal Baranwal29 Nov 2019 7:28 PM ISTUSA: Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), due to the presence of monosaturated fatty acids or good fats, is known for its ability to lower cholesterol...
Low-dose radiation promising treatment for Alzheimer’s disease: Clinical Trials Hina Zahid29 Nov 2019 7:20 PM ISTAlzheimer’s disease can affect a person’s ability to think, communicate, and function. It greatly impacts their relationships, independence and...
Higher nut consumption may prevent cognitive decline in elderly Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli Kohli28 Nov 2019 8:20 PM ISTREUS, Spain --Nuts are known to be high in healthy fats, protein and fibre with nutritional properties that can lower cholesterol and improve...
