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Debunking the milk myth: Is dairy really good for your bones, osteoporosis?

The calcium content in milk actually becomes a health hazard as undigested portions of it are deposited in the urinary system and become kidney stones.

Indian-origin scientist develops new drug to treat blood cancer

A new drug for blood cancer that may provide better treatment alone or combined with chemotherapy has been developed by a team led by an Indian-origin scientist.

Don't be fooled by that fancy bottle: Wine labels may influence how much you like the drink

Cleverly written wine label descriptions can make a person enjoy the drink more and pay a higher cost for a bottle, a new study has found.

Maharashtra may ban sale of e-cigarettes, FDA drafts regulations

Study revealed that the vapours which are produced after e-liquid flavourings are heated inside e-cigarettes, are toxic.

Early onset puberty triggers changes that could affect learning

Researchers have found that puberty hormones might trigger certain changes in the brain that could impede some aspects of flexible learning during youth.

Novel HIV test to detect hidden virus in a faster, less labour intensive and cheaper way

American researchers, including one of Indian origin, have developed a test that is sensitive enough to detect "hidden" HIV and yet is faster, less labour-intensive and less expensive than the current "gold standard" test.

Indoor plants: How nature's air purifiers can help deionise your house, cure 'sick home' syndrome

In poorly ventilated houses, indoor plants remove domestic emissions, provide clean air and increase the supply of much-needed oxygen.

Sleeping less than 6 hours doubles death risk for people with diabetes, obesity and high blood pressure

Failing to sleep less than six hours may nearly double the risk of death in people with metabolic syndrome — a combination of diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity, researchers have warned.

Zika outbreak in India: WHO confirms three cases in Ahmedabad, Gujarat

The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Friday confirmed the first three cases of Zika virus in India from Ahmedabad, Gujarat.

Researchers discover antibody that can help kill cancer cells

Researchers have found that an antibody — originally developed for studying the autoimmune condition multiple sclerosis — can promote the immune system's ability to fight cancer and decreases tumour growth.