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Scientists have discovered a genetic mutation that reduces the chance of developing Alzheimer’s disease by 70 percent. This protective variant is present in the FN1 gene, which makes a protein…
Scientists have discovered rare genetic variants that can increase the risk of obesity by up to six times. Medical Research Council researchers have identified genetic variants in two genes that…
Boston: A recent study found that genetically predisposed individuals have an increased risk of heart attack after experiencing stressful situations. According to media reports, American researchers have found that people…
London: A new study has found that exercising two or more times a week can significantly reduce the risk of insomnia. Researchers at Imperial College London in the UK and…
News reports said that residential buildings in the northern city of Kharkiv had been hit, killing one and injuring 16, quoting the city’s mayor. Four children were wounded, with images…
Findings from the recent Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) analysis indicate an alarming 19 per cent increase in the number of children estimated to suffer from severe acute malnutrition…
This is being compounded by an increase in child and forced marriage, and the recruitment of boys by combatants in the continuing war between rival generals that erupted nearly a…
Shanghai: A new study has revealed that people who experience intermittent fasting are more likely to die from cardiovascular disease. The findings were presented at the American Heart Association meeting…
Calling for disarmament now, he urged States with nuclear arsenals to lead the way across six areas for action that include dialogue and accountability. “Nuclear weapons are the most destructive…
Black cataract is a dangerous eye disease in which a person gradually loses his vision after suffering from it. World Cataract Day is celebrated on March 12 every year. On…