Acidity or acid reflux is a common problem amongst people. It is basically a condition wherein stomach acids flow back into the food pipe, causing irritation and resulting in a burning sensation in the chest region. This happens when you eat something loaded with oil or spices that in turn causes a burning sensation in the stomach. People who eat food rich in fat like … [Read more...]
World Oral Health Day 2021: Importance and significance
World Oral Health Day is celebrated every year on 20 March and is organised by FDI World Dental Federation. It highlights the importance of optimal oral health and recognises the significance of good oral hygiene practice amongst children and adults. On this day many campaigns and events are organised to celebrate the day, backed with a theme that sends out a substantial public … [Read more...]
Green tea increases levels of natural anti-cancer protein in body: Study
A new study said that sipping green tea can be beneficial for health. It said that compounds present in green tea boosts protein's tumour-suppressing activity. The popular beverage also helps in increasing levels of a natural anti-cancer protein. This protein is well known for its ability to repair DNA damage or destroy cancerous cells. The study involved the direct … [Read more...]
India begins inoculation of second dose of Covid vaccines to health workers, nod to Russia’s Sputnik V soon
Dr Randeep Guleria, director of Delhi-based All India Institute Of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), on Wednesday (February 17) received the second dose of coronavirus vaccine. Guleria had on January 16 received the first dose of the vaccine on January 16. The nationwide Covid immunisation drive was launched on January 16. Besides Guleria, NITI Aayog member VK Paul also received the … [Read more...]
Researchers at IIT Madras delve more effective drugs to treat HIV-AIDS
The pressing need for better drugs to combat drug-resistant HIV strains led researchers to delve into molecular structure of protease to identify weak sites that can offer a handle for better inhibitor development Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, are working on a revolutionary new idea that can pave the way to effective drugs for treating HIV/AIDS. … [Read more...]