Tag: cancer
Cheap Breath Test May Detect Stomach, Oesophageal Cancers
Scientists have developed a cheap and non-invasive test that can measure the levels of five chemicals in the breath to detect cancers of the oesophagus and stomach with 85 per cent accuracy.....
Lack Of Glucose In Brain May Predict Alzheimer's Risk
Chronic episodes of a dip in the sugar levels in the brain may trigger the onset of cognitive decline, especially memory loss leading to Alzheimer's disease, researchers warned.....
Sports Minister Promises All Help To Cancer-stricken Boxer Dingko
A couple of days after reports emerged of 1998 Asian Games gold medallist boxer Dingko Singh's battle against liver cancer, Sport Minister Vijay Goel on Friday assured the pugilist of all possible help for his speedy recovery.....
Actress Kajal Spreads Awareness About Cancer
Actress Kajal Aggarwal, basking in the success of Telugu actioner "Khaidi No 150", on Saturday said it's every individual's social responsibility to spread awareness about cancer and extend help to those in need.....
Stem Cell Treatment Effective In Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear
With stem cell treatment effective in several health conditions, including spinal problems, doctors say the medical procedure can also help in speedy recovery of anterior cruciate ligament tear - a common chronic sports injury.....
Too Much Soda May Put Teenagers At Breast Cancer Risk Later
Teenagers who consume a diet low in vegetables and high in sugar-sweetened and diet soft drinks may be at increased risk for premenopausal breast cancer, warns a study.....
Pollution Kills 1.7 Mn Children Each Year: WHO
Each year, environmental pollutants lead to the death of an estimated 1.7 million children under five, the World Health Organisation (WHO) said in a new report on Monday. ....
Robotic Surgery A Better Solution For Gynae Problems
With a surge in gynaecological issues, robotic surgery done through a minimally invasive method can offer women a better outcome to various problems -- from fibroids to cancer -- than traditional methods, experts suggest.....
Diabetes Ups Death Risk From Cancer In Asians
Type 2 diabetes is associated with a 26 per cent increase in the risk of death from cancers of kidney, thyroid, liver and prostate in Asians, including Indians, warn researchers.....
Tata To Open Cancer Hospital In Jharkhand's Ranchi
The Tata Trust has agreed to open a cancer research centre-cum-hospital in Jharkhand capital Ranchi, official sources said on Thursday. ....
