Utah: A new study suggests that regular aerobic exercise can prevent DNA damage in old age. Research conducted at the University of Utah’s Department of Internal Medicine studied the effects of exercise on DNA damage and telomere dysfunction. Both of these important factors are associated with aging and age-related diseases. Telomeres (protective caps on the…
Tunisia: A young woman who came to a hair salon to get her hair straightened has suffered severe kidney damage after which medical experts have issued a warning regarding hair products. According to media reports, the incident was reported in the New England Journal of Medicine in which a 26-year-old Tunisian woman developed kidney problems…
According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, at least 150 percent more people will develop vision problems in the next 30 years. Mentioned below are some of the most common habits that people adopt and which lead to serious eye damage. Expire Makeup: It’s easy to forget when your favorite makeup is expiring, especially when…
North Carolina: Sucralose, an artificial sweetener widely used in products such as diet soda and chewing gum, has the potential to damage the DNA content in our cells, a new study has found. Our DNA contains the genetic code that controls our body’s development, and this serious problem can cause a number of health problems….
A 7.8-magnitude earthquake in Turkey has opened up a pool of building infrastructure damage. Experts attributed the major cause of the disaster to poor construction of buildings and non-compliance with building codes. According to the Seismic Building Codes of Turkey, buildings must be able to withstand strong earthquakes, withstanding at least 30 to 40 percent…
