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Sodium intake and eczema risk: Eating too much salt could raise chances of skin inflammation, says study | Health

2024-06-09 10:18 PM

High levels of sodium, commonly consumed through salt, could increase the risk of eczema, an inflammatory condition of skin marked by dry and itchy patches, a new study has found. Sodium intake and eczema risk: Eating too much salt could raise chances of skin inflammation, says study (File Photo) {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} Previous studies …

Can caterpillars detect their predators by the static electricity they emit? | Knowledge News

2024-05-31 07:35 AM

In a groundbreaking study, experts have unveiled a fascinating phenomenon: hairs respond to electric fields, particularly those that mimic the wingbeats of other insects. This discovery, the first of its kind, reveals how static electricity can serve as a sensory cue in predator-prey interactions. Read on to know more about it. The study will …

New shoe insole technology offers hope in diabetic foot ulcer prevention: Study – India TV

2024-04-21 01:28 AM

Image Source : SOCIAL New shoe insole technology to reduce diabetic foot ulcer risk Diabetes, a chronic condition affecting millions worldwide, brings with it a myriad of complications, one of the most concerning being diabetic foot ulcers. These open wounds, often stemming from poor circulation and nerve damage, can escalate rapidly, leading to severe consequences …

TB patients face challenges and stigma even post cure: Study

2024-03-24 06:33 AM

The ‘Tuberculosis aftermath (TB Aftermath)’ study conducted by Johns Hopkins University, USA, and Dr DY Patil Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre (DPU), Pimpri in collaboration with National Tuberculosis Elimination Program (NTEP) found that TB patients and their family members face challenges and stigma even beyond TB cure, the officials said. With insufficient scientific information …

James Webb Space Telescope to soon reveal mysteries of auroras on Uranus, Saturn

2024-03-23 06:28 AM

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is poised to embark on an exploration of the dazzling light displays on two of our solar system’s giants, Uranus and Saturn. Two teams of astronomers from the University of Leicester will be diving into the captivating phenomena known as the Northern and Southern Lights on Earth as they …

Alps grapples with climate change, know what snow retreat can lead to

2024-03-22 09:14 PM

A silent battle is ongoing in the majestic Alps as climate change is relentlessly altering its landscape by threatening the very foundation of its ecosystems. New research from The University of Manchester is showing the impacts of reduced snow cover as mountain ranges worldwide are experiencing accelerated warming. Alpine regions are experiencing more rapid temperature …

Health Talk | Obesity is the most dangerous form of malnutrition now. Here’s what you can do

2024-03-17 07:41 AM

At least one billion people in the world are now living with obesity, according to findings of a study published in The Lancet last week, adding obesity rates among children and adolescents worldwide increased four times from 1990 to 2022, while obesity rates among adults have more than doubled. PREMIUM Obesity rates in the country …

AI’s potential for detecting HAIs in complex clinical scenarios

2024-03-16 02:00 AM

AI tools might be able to diagnose healthcare-associated infections, but human oversight is vital to ensuring patient safety, according to a study published March 13 in the American Journal of Infection Control. Artificial intelligence has largely been implemented for behind-the-scenes work in healthcare, but many are probing whether the AI can aid clinicians with diagnoses …

Know how much global life expectancy dropped during COVID-19 pandemic

2024-03-14 12:51 AM

Research has revealed that life expectancy has plummeted in 84 percent of countries and territories during the COVID-19 pandemic period. From 2019 to 2021, global life expectancy witnessed a stark decrease by an average of 1.6 years. From 2000 to 2019, life expectancy on a global scale has surged by over 6 years, climbing from …

Surgeons’ cognitive strain in operation theaters analysed in study. Here’s what it showed

2024-03-03 09:21 AM

In a study at Imperial College London, researchers are delving into the intricate workings of surgeons’ brains in operation theaters. Led by Daniel Leff, a senior researcher and consultant breast surgeon at Imperial College healthcare NHS Trust, the team aimed to uncover indicators of cognitive overload that could jeopardise patient safety. Using a cap equipped …