Diagnosis

Advanced MRI scans may improve treatment of Parkinson's disease, reduce risk of side effects

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, June 17, 2020 at 10:20am

About 10 million people worldwide are estimated to be affected by Parkinson's disease, with higher incidence reported from the industrialized countries. Read to know about the new treatment procedures.
Use of genetics in type 1 diabetes diagnosis in India

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, June 13, 2020 at 10:12am

A new study reveals a way of using genetics to diagnose diabetes, which could pave the way for better diagnosis and treatment in India. Read on to know more.
Ovarian cancer is hard to detect early, don’t overlook these symptoms

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, June 02, 2020 at 04:32pm

Early-stage ovarian cancer often goes undetected as it causes no symptoms or just mild symptoms until it has spread to the pelvis and abdomen. Here are some signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer women should watch out for to start treatment early.
Women, take note: Early mammography screening can reduce risk of having fatal breast cancer

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, May 12, 2020 at 03:06pm

Finding breast cancer early can reduce the risk of dying from it, say researchers. Since prevention is always better than cure, we are sharing with you some science-backed lifestyle modifications that can cut down your breast cancer risk significantly.
Beware: Blue lips, creased earlobes and ring around the iris may indicate heart disease

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, May 05, 2020 at 08:35pm

Apart from the usual chest pain and heart palpitations, heart disease has a few other symptoms that you may not be aware of. Read on to know more.
Autoimmunity's role in Parkinson's disease: Signs can appear years before diagnosis

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, April 27, 2020 at 08:04am

Researchers say signs of autoimmunity can appear in people with Parkinson's disease years before their official diagnosis. Here we have listed a few signs and symptoms that indicate you might have Parkinson's disease. Read on to know more
AI to predict future diabetes cases with 94 per cent accuracy

Posted By IANS, April 02, 2020 at 08:47am

According to a new research, artificial intelligence (AI) can help medical professionals predict the future incidence of diabetes with an overall accuracy of 94.9 per cent.
Signs and symptoms of breast cancer you should be aware of

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, March 31, 2020 at 08:03pm

A lump or mass in the breast tissue is the most recognized symptom of breast cancer. Read on to know the other possible signs and symptoms -
World Cancer Day on February 4: Understanding the disease - Types, Diagnosis and Treatment

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, February 04, 2020 at 02:51pm

There are different types of cancer treatment. Depending on the type and stage of your cancer, you may receive one treatment or a combination of treatments.
Back pain could be more than what you think, get it diagnosed soon

Posted By Editorial Team, February 04, 2020 at 09:03am

The pain could also be due to a problem with nearby organs, such as kidneys.
Many kids with ASD remain undiagnosed: Know the early signs of autism

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, January 12, 2020 at 12:27pm

Here are some early signs that may help identify children with autism. These involve social, communication, and behavioural differences:
Oral cancer: Important facts you shouldn't ignore

Posted By Saswati Sarkar, January 10, 2020 at 08:14pm

Oral cancer forms 85 percent of all the head and neck cancer cases across the world, suggest some estimates. Here's all you need to know about the condition.
Save yourself from breast cancer: Make breast self-examination part of your life

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, January 02, 2020 at 09:30pm

Breast cancer is a preventable disease. Perform breast self-examination regularly to bring down your risk of this disease. Read on to know more.
Is your child autistic? Signs to look out for

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, December 28, 2019 at 05:21pm

Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder and is quite common globally. As a parent, know what symptoms to look out for in your child.
Novel saliva test can detect mouth, throat cancer early

Posted By IANS, December 14, 2019 at 10:54am

Researchers have developed a novel technique that can be used to detect mouth and throat cancer at an earlier stage. Read on to know more.
New AI breast cancer diagnostic tool developed

Posted By ANI, December 04, 2019 at 09:55am

Scientists are developing a new way to identify the unique chemical 'fingerprints' for different types of breast cancers. These new chemical footprints will be used to train AI (artificial intelligence) software - creating a new tool for rapid and accurate diagnosis of breast cancers.
Cancer diagnosis is complicated, but a new test may make detection easy

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, November 26, 2019 at 07:46pm

Existing procedures used for detecting cancer is often time-consuming, costly and cumbersome. But there may be a new test in the market soon to make things easy.
High antibiotics use can increase your risk of Parkinson's disease : Study

Posted By IANS, November 24, 2019 at 10:27am

According to the study published in the journal Movement Disorders, there is a strong association between, broad spectrum antibiotics and changes in the gut microbiome, which could lead to Parkinson's disease.
Autism and food: How to inculcate healthy eating habits in kids with this condition

Posted By Juhi Kumari, November 11, 2019 at 07:44pm

Foods play a crucial role in managing the symptoms and associated conditions of autism. Here are some science and expert-backed food suggestions for children living with autism spectrum disorder.
This new method can help identify aggressive breast cancer

Posted By ANI, October 31, 2019 at 08:49am

A new study has discovered a method that indicates the prognosis of breast cancer using patients' tumour tissue.