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'Super Cool' Way of Preserving Donor Livers

'Super Cool' Way of Preserving Donor Livers

Donor livers can now be preserved much longer using 'super-cooling' technology. Super-cooling donor livers to sub-zero temperatures significantly extend the time they remain viable for transplantation. This allows transportation to faraway places and increases availability of healthy donor livers in remote areas.

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Mushroom Allergy

Mushroom Allergy

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Mushroom allergy is a hypersensitivity reaction induced by eating mushrooms producing symptoms like hives, diarrhea, itching, runny nose, etc.

World Osteoporosis Day: Focus on 'Emotional Aspects'

World Osteoporosis Day: Focus on 'Emotional Aspects'

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World Osteoporosis Day is celebrated on 20th October every year. It aims to create global awareness about osteoporosis and the importance of taking preventive measures to reduce the chances of bone fractures.

Fat Deposition in Lungs of Obese People May Up Asthma Risk

Fat Deposition in Lungs of Obese People May Up Asthma Risk

Health In Focus

Fat accumulation in the walls of the lungs occurs in obese individuals. This can change the structure of the airways, thereby increasing the risk of asthma. However, this could be prevented by maintaining a healthy body weight.

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Young Adults Not Seeking Treatment for Substance Use Disorders: Study

Young Adults Not Seeking Treatment for Substance Use Disorders: Study

Alcohol & Drug Abuse News  Oct 20 2019 10:09 PM

A growing number of young adults are dealing with a substance use disorder in some cases, multiple substance use disorders and not seeking help, found new study.

Types of Exercises can Help Stave Off Effects of Aging on the Brain

Types of Exercises can Help Stave Off Effects of Aging on the Brain

Research News  Oct 20 2019 10:03 PM

A new study has revealed that types of physical activities you choose may also have an effect on your brain's response to aging.

Patient Controls Two Prosthetic Arms With His Thoughts

Patient Controls Two Prosthetic Arms With His Thoughts

Medical Gadgets  Oct 20 2019 9:52 PM

Simultaneous control of two of the world's most advanced prosthetic limbs through a brain-machine interface has been demonstrated by scientists.

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Test your Knowledge on Concussion

Test your Knowledge on Concussion

Concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury that often affects athletes taking part in high-risk contact sports like football and boxing. It can sometimes result in a premature end to the sporting career of budding athletes. Clear some of your concepts about concussion by taking this quiz.

Quiz on Tuberculosis

Test Your Knowledge on Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis is a major health care concern, especially in Africa and South East Asia. Brush up your information on tuberculosis by taking this quiz.

Quiz on Schizophrenia

Test Your Knowledge on Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder that affects young adults; nearly 7% of the adult population is affected by this condition. Check out how much you know about schizophrenia by taking this quiz.

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Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) Calculator

Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) Calculator

Use this calculator to estimate your blood alcohol content and the permissible limit in different countries.

Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) or Basal Metabolic Rate ( BMR)

Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) or Basal Metabolic Rate ( BMR)

We burn calories even when we rest. This energy, RMR/BMR is used for the normal functioning of the vital organs. Use this online tool to calculate the RMR/BMR, which is useful in planning your weight loss program effectively.

Anorexia or Bulimia Screening Test

Anorexia or Bulimia Screening Test

Do you binge-eat secretly most of the time? Or do you feel so guilty after eating that you badly want to self-induce vomiting and get the food out. Check out if you are a victim of eating disorder.

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