Saturday, 31 August 2019

Patients Die on Wait List as US Transplant Centers Refuse Donor Kidneys

Many people in the US who die waiting for a kidney transplant actually had donor organs offered to them several times, but their transplant center declined them without their knowledge, finds a new study.


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Key Molecules Discovered Could Help Tackle Tooth Loss and Regeneration

New study sheds light on the science behind the periodontal ligament formation, which helps keep the tooth stable in the jawbone. This improved understanding will also contribute to regenerating the tissues that support teeth.


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Friday, 30 August 2019

Diet, Medication can Influence Gut Bacteria on Our Health: Here's How

Do diet, drug and gut bacteria impact our overall health and wellbeing? Yes, a new study highlights that our daily diet can alter the effectiveness of a type-2 diabetes drug metformin through its action on gut bacteria.


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India Ranks 9th on the Happiness Index: Survey

With a 6 percent drop in joy, India ranks 9th on the happiness index among 28 nations, reveals a survey.


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Too Much Sun Exposure May Up Skin Cancer Risk in Athletes

Is ultraviolet dangerous to athletes? Yes, exposure to harmful sun's ultraviolet (UV) radiation can put athletes at a higher risk of developing skin cancer, reveals a new study.


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