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US Doctor Reveals The "Biggest Mistake" Hurting Your Brain Health, Offers Tips To Fix It
To enhance his brain health, Dr Amen transformed his daily habits.
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Daily Aspirin May Help Prevent Colorectal Cancer from Returning, Study Finds
A clinical trial in Sweden has found that daily low-dose aspirin may reduce the risk of colorectal cancer returning by up to 55% in patients with certain genetic mutations, offering new hope for targeted post-treatment care.
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Explained: Why US Is Considering Leucovorin For Autism Treatment
Leucovorin has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for counteracting the toxic effects of certain cancer drugs, like methotrexate, that block the body's use of folate.
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US Firm Edges Closer To Bringing Back Extinct Dodo Bird
The company said that it has also developed gene-edited chickens that will act as surrogates for the dodos.
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National Geographic Features Indian Photographer's Shot Of Rare Black Tiger
Indian photographer Prasenjeet Yadav's image of a black tiger from Odisha's Similipal National Park has featured on the cover of National Geographic magazine's upcoming October 2025 edition.
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Autism Is Not A Scare Story: What Parents Need To Know About Medications In Pregnancy, Genetic Risk And Misleading Headlines
The evidence that acetaminophen or SSRIs cause autism is weak, inconsistent and easily misinterpreted.
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Is Cancer A Genetic Disease? Here's What The Latest Research Shows
Yes, cancer is fundamentally a genetic disease, but not only a hereditary one. Most cancers arise from mutations acquired during life (somatic mutations) interacting with inherited genes and environmental exposures. Understanding this interplay expla
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7 Health Risks Of Being Underweight
While some individuals might have a genetic background, other underweight individuals may have serious underlying health conditions.
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Smoking Boosts Risk For Type-2 Diabetes Subtypes, Especially Severe Kinds
A new large Scandinavian study finds that smoking (past or current) increases the risk for all four subtypes of type-2 diabetes (T2D). Heavy smokers and those with genetic susceptibility are particularly at risk.
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B Vitamins, Omega 3 And Zinc Are Vital For Indian Men: Nutritionist Explains Why
Indian men often face unique health challenges due to a combination of genetic predispositions, dietary habits and environmental factors.
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Is PCOS A Lifestyle Disorder Or Genetic? Gynecologist Answers
PCOS is influenced by both genetic and lifestyle factors. While there is a clear genetic predisposition, evidence shows that women with a family history of PCOS are more likely to develop it, lifestyle plays a significant role as well.
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Overworked Brain Cells May Burn Out In Parkinson's Disease: Study
In Parkinson's, neuron overactivation could be triggered by a combination of genetic factors, environmental toxins, and the need to compensate for other neurons that are lost.
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Rare Orange Shark Spotted In Costa Rica, Experts Reveal Reason Behind Its Bright Colour
More research is needed to explore potential genetic or environmental factors influencing this rare pigmentation anomaly in sharks.
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Russia Launches Bion-M No.2 with Mice, Flies, and Seeds to Study Space Biology
Russia’s latest resupply mission to low-Earth orbit has delivered a unique scientific cargo: 75 mice, 1,000 fruit flies, microbes, cell cultures, and plant seeds aboard the Bion-M No.2 biosatellite. Over the next month, these organisms will orbit Earth, helping scientists study how microgravity and cosmic radiation affect life. Some mice are gene...
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Global First: Indian Scientists Map Cervical Cancer At Molecular Level, Open Doors To Precision Treatment
The study, led by researchers from Bihar, identifies critical genetic and protein changes driving treatment resistance, offering new hope for women with late-stage cervical cancer.
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US Doctor Reveals The "Biggest Mistake" Hurting Your Brain Health, Offers Tips To Fix It
To enhance his brain health, Dr Amen transformed his daily habits.
-
Daily Aspirin May Help Prevent Colorectal Cancer from Returning, Study Finds
A clinical trial in Sweden has found that daily low-dose aspirin may reduce the risk of colorectal cancer returning by up to 55% in patients with certain genetic mutations, offering new hope for targeted post-treatment care.
-
Explained: Why US Is Considering Leucovorin For Autism Treatment
Leucovorin has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for counteracting the toxic effects of certain cancer drugs, like methotrexate, that block the body's use of folate.
-
US Firm Edges Closer To Bringing Back Extinct Dodo Bird
The company said that it has also developed gene-edited chickens that will act as surrogates for the dodos.
-
National Geographic Features Indian Photographer's Shot Of Rare Black Tiger
Indian photographer Prasenjeet Yadav's image of a black tiger from Odisha's Similipal National Park has featured on the cover of National Geographic magazine's upcoming October 2025 edition.
-
Autism Is Not A Scare Story: What Parents Need To Know About Medications In Pregnancy, Genetic Risk And Misleading Headlines
The evidence that acetaminophen or SSRIs cause autism is weak, inconsistent and easily misinterpreted.
-
Is Cancer A Genetic Disease? Here's What The Latest Research Shows
Yes, cancer is fundamentally a genetic disease, but not only a hereditary one. Most cancers arise from mutations acquired during life (somatic mutations) interacting with inherited genes and environmental exposures. Understanding this interplay expla
-
7 Health Risks Of Being Underweight
While some individuals might have a genetic background, other underweight individuals may have serious underlying health conditions.
-
Smoking Boosts Risk For Type-2 Diabetes Subtypes, Especially Severe Kinds
A new large Scandinavian study finds that smoking (past or current) increases the risk for all four subtypes of type-2 diabetes (T2D). Heavy smokers and those with genetic susceptibility are particularly at risk.
-
B Vitamins, Omega 3 And Zinc Are Vital For Indian Men: Nutritionist Explains Why
Indian men often face unique health challenges due to a combination of genetic predispositions, dietary habits and environmental factors.
-
Is PCOS A Lifestyle Disorder Or Genetic? Gynecologist Answers
PCOS is influenced by both genetic and lifestyle factors. While there is a clear genetic predisposition, evidence shows that women with a family history of PCOS are more likely to develop it, lifestyle plays a significant role as well.
-
Overworked Brain Cells May Burn Out In Parkinson's Disease: Study
In Parkinson's, neuron overactivation could be triggered by a combination of genetic factors, environmental toxins, and the need to compensate for other neurons that are lost.
-
Rare Orange Shark Spotted In Costa Rica, Experts Reveal Reason Behind Its Bright Colour
More research is needed to explore potential genetic or environmental factors influencing this rare pigmentation anomaly in sharks.
-
Russia Launches Bion-M No.2 with Mice, Flies, and Seeds to Study Space Biology
Russia’s latest resupply mission to low-Earth orbit has delivered a unique scientific cargo: 75 mice, 1,000 fruit flies, microbes, cell cultures, and plant seeds aboard the Bion-M No.2 biosatellite. Over the next month, these organisms will orbit Earth, helping scientists study how microgravity and cosmic radiation affect life. Some mice are gene...
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Global First: Indian Scientists Map Cervical Cancer At Molecular Level, Open Doors To Precision Treatment
The study, led by researchers from Bihar, identifies critical genetic and protein changes driving treatment resistance, offering new hope for women with late-stage cervical cancer.
