Research

Rapid influenza test are more accurate for young children

By Dr.Ravi at 16 February, 2010, 7:03 am

The rapid influenza test those were know to have more sensitivity than specificity are now shown to be more accurate for younger childern. These tests can be used for common flu as well as the H1N1 influenza that we all know as swine flu. With this rapid test we can detect the presence of virus [...]

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Sudden Infant Death Syndrome is Caused by Low Levels of Serotonin?

By Dr.Kunal at 14 February, 2010, 1:32 am

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is the third leading cause of infant death with over 2000 lives being taken every year. A new study funded by the NIH through the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) found that serotonin levels were 26 percent lower in tissue from infants who died of SIDS [...]

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Another Study Refutes Vaccination-Autism Link

By Dr.Ravi at 13 February, 2010, 4:11 am

One more study finds that the measles vaccine — given alone or as part of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine — does not increase the risk of autism in children. The new findings come about a week after The Lancet retracted a 1998 study suggesting that the MMR vaccine contributes to autism risk. [...]

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Drinking milk during pregency reduce risk of multiple sclerosis

By Dr.Ravi at 10 February, 2010, 6:36 am

Recent research on the experience of ladies recorded in a excellent way by the NINDS showed that taking good amount of milk during pregency reduces the risk of multiple sclerosis. The new study included 35,794 U.S. nurses whose mothers provided information about their experiences and diet during pregnancy. The nurses were followed for 16 years, [...]

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Gastric Banding seems effective for obese teens

By Dr.Ravi at 10 February, 2010, 6:24 am

A study recently conducted showed that gastric banding surgery is more effective and efficacious in obese teens. Their study included 50 teens, aged 14 to 18, with a body-mass index (BMI) higher than 35 (statistical obesity begins at a BMI of 30). Half underwent laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding while the other half took part in [...]

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Connection Does Exist Between Mental Health and Physical Fitness!-Research

By Dr.Kunal at 9 February, 2010, 7:38 pm

According to research done at the University of Gothenburg and the Karolinska Institute in Sweden, those who ensure physical fitness can be sure of higher mental capacity. This is because during physical activities, the brain gets plenty of oxygen.Those who are more fit will be able to show greater mental alertness. Those who want to [...]

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