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Aspirin safer than warfarin in preventing stroke: Study

May 3, 2012 at 3:18 PM

London, May 3 (IANS) Aspirin and warfarin, a drug also used as rat poison, are equally effective in preventing heart strokes, a new study says.

Eating fish, chicken and nuts may ward off Alzheimer's risk

May 3, 2012 at 10:30 AM

Washington, May 3 (ANI): Consumption of foods that contain omega-3 fatty acids, such as fish, chicken, salad dressing and nuts, may be lead to lower blood levels of a protein related to Alzheimer's disease and memory problems, a new study has suggested.

World champion swimmer Alexander Dale Oen dies at 26 following cardiac arrest

May 2, 2012 at 1:14 PM

Oslo, May 2 (ANI): World champion swimmer Alexander Dale Oen passed away after suffering a cardiac arrest. He was 26.

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Red wine's life-extending power finally proved

May 2, 2012 at 1:14 PM

Washington, May 2 (ANI): Researchers have reinforced the claim that resveratrol - an ingredient in red wine - could be the key to a longer life.

Delhi hospital launches helpline for strokes

May 1, 2012 at 8:02 PM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) With the number of strokes on the rise, Delhi's Fortis hospital Tuesday launched a toll-free helpline for victims.

Norwegian world champion swimmer found dead

May 1, 2012 at 7:38 PM

Oslo, May 1 (IANS) The Norwegian swimming federation Tuesday said world champion Alexander Dale Oen had died following a cardiac arrest during a training camp in Flagstaff, Arizona. He was 26.

New surgical procedure cuts high blood pressure better than drugs

May 1, 2012 at 6:58 PM

Kuala Lumpur, May 1 (ANI): A simple surgical procedure can help those with resistant hypertension to control their high blood pressure.

Prenatal exposure to insecticide chlorpyrifos may alter infants' brain structure

May 1, 2012 at 6:58 PM

Washington, May 1 (ANI): A new brain imaging study has revealed that even low to moderate levels of exposure to the insecticide chlorpyrifos during pregnancy may lead to long-term, potentially irreversible changes in the brain structure of the child.he changes in brain structure are consistent with cognitive deficits found in children exposed to this chemical.

Pregnancy stress can affect baby's iron status: Study

April 30, 2012 at 1:22 PM

Washington, April 30 (IANS) Newborns, whose mothers experience stress during the first trimester of pregnancy, may end up with a low iron content and poor health later, says a new study.

Violent teens may be emulating aggressive parents

April 29, 2012 at 5:14 PM

Washington, April 29 (ANI): A new study involving an Indian origin scientist has revealed that teens who fight may be modelling what they see adult relatives do or have parents with pro-fighting attitudes.

Mums' stress during early pregnancy can affect newborns' iron status

April 29, 2012 at 5:14 PM

Washington, April 29 (ANI): Maternal stress during first trimester of pregnancy may put newborns at risk for iron deficiency, which could lead to physical and mental delays down the road, say researchers.

20 dead in UP road accident

April 29, 2012 at 4:26 PM

Lucknow, April 29 (IANS) At least 20 people were killed, while over 12 others were injured Sunday when two buses collided in Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur district, around 265 km from the state capital, police said.

Violent teens may be emulating parents' example

April 29, 2012 at 1:54 PM

Washington, April 29 (IANS) Teens who fight may be emulating adult relatives or have parents with aggressive attitudes, according to a new study led by an Indian origin researcher.

Manipulating heart-specific gene pathway may treat obesity, diabetes

April 28, 2012 at 3:01 PM

In a recent study, scientist has shown that heart can potentially regulate the balance of energy in the body that may prove very useful for the effective treatment of diseases like obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.

Gene `switch` may help mend broken hearts

April 28, 2012 at 11:14 AM

Washington, Apr 28 (ANI): Researchers have for the first time come up with an avant-garde approach to repair damaged hearts by converting injured cells into healthy beating muscle cells using microRNA.

Incidence of foetal growth restriction 'lower in obese mums-to-be '

April 28, 2012 at 11:14 AM

Washington, Apr 28 (ANI): Obesity during pregnancy makes women vulnerable to a multitude of challenges.

Obese drivers 'more likely to die in crash'

April 28, 2012 at 10:34 AM

Washington, Apr 28 (ANI): Obese drivers are more vulnerable to severe injury or death during car crashes as they are far less likely to wear seatbelts than drivers of normal weight, a new study has revealed.

Manipulating heart-specific gene pathway may help treat obesity, diabetes

April 27, 2012 at 6:18 PM

Washington, April 27 (ANI): Scientists have demonstrated for the first time that the heart can regulate energy balance throughout the body, a finding that may lead to effective treatments for obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.

Perception of pain 'may make it even more worse'

April 27, 2012 at 5:14 PM

London, Apr 27 (ANI): Feeling sad or watching while receiving an injection may make pain an even more unpleasant experience, a pair of studies have claimed.

Gene 'switch' may regenerate damaged heart cells

April 27, 2012 at 4:50 PM

Washington, Apr 27 (ANI): Researchers have for the first time converted scar tissue that forms after a heart attack into regenerated heart muscle using microRNA.

Six die as car falls into gorge in Himachal

April 27, 2012 at 3:30 PM

Shimla, April 27 (IANS) Four members of a family were among six people killed Friday when a car they were travelling in rolled down into a gorge near Dhami, about 15 km from here, police said.

Higher maternal age may predict kids' autism risk

April 27, 2012 at 2:26 PM

Washington, Apr 26 (ANI): Researchers have shed light on the possible links between maternal age and autism

Rogue DNA could trip the heart

April 26, 2012 at 12:57 PM

London, April 26 (IANS) DNA from the heart's own cells may unwittingly activate the body's immune system, tripping the heart, according to a study by British and Japanese researchers.

Daily aspirin cuts bowel cancer death risk

April 26, 2012 at 11:21 AM

London, April 26 (IANS) People suffering from bowel cancer who take aspirin daily could cut their chance of dying from the disease by about one-third, a decade-long study has said.

Botox jabs 'only modestly effective for chronic migraines, daily headaches'

April 25, 2012 at 10:01 PM

Washington, April 25(ANI): Although the U.S. Food and Drug Administration have approved botulinum toxin A ("Botox") injections for preventive treatment for chronic migraines, a review and analysis of previous studies have found only a small to modest benefit for patients with chronic migraine headaches and chronic daily headaches.

Second swine flu death reported in Himachal

April 25, 2012 at 6:45 PM

Shimla, April 25 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh has reported its second death this year due to swine flu, a health official said Wednesday.

Brain cell changes 'may cause sleep troubles in elderly people'

April 25, 2012 at 5:22 PM

Washington, Apr 25 (ANI): Older animals show cellular changes in the brain "clock" that sets sleep and wakeful periods, a new study has claimed.

Aspirin can cut cancer death risk by 30pc

April 25, 2012 at 3:44 PM

London, April 25(ANI): Taking aspirin daily can reduce the chances of dying for bowel cancer patients by almost a third, researchers have suggested.

India, Kuwait to cooperate on healthcare

April 23, 2012 at 8:12 PM

New Delhi, April 23 (IANS) India and Kuwait Monday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on bilateral medical cooperation to boost healthcare, a government statement said.

Estrogen hormone 'may have protective ability after traumatic brain injury'

April 23, 2012 at 5:00 PM

Washington, Apr 23 (ANI): In a new study, scientists have investigated the biomarkers and novel therapies for traumatic brain injury.

'Ice cream headache' can lead to new painkillers

April 23, 2012 at 3:56 PM

London, April 23 (IANS) Eating ice cream or really chilled soft drinks can trigger crushing headaches in some people, momentarily freezing the brain. New insight into how this happens could open the way for new treatment of other types of headaches, including migraine.

Why you get a headache when you bite an ice cream

April 23, 2012 at 1:25 PM

Washington, Apr 23 (ANI): 'Brain freeze' is an almost universal experience-almost everyone has felt the near-instantaneous headache brought on by a bite of ice cream or slurp of ice-cold soda on the upper palate.

'Housekeeping' mechanism for brain stem cells identified

April 23, 2012 at 1:25 PM

Washington, April 23 (ANI): A molecular pathway that controls the retention and release of the brain's stem cells has been discovered.

Omega-3 fatty acids limit smoking damage

April 22, 2012 at 4:12 PM

Athens, April 22 (IANS) Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, commonly found in marine and plant oils, could help limit damage caused by smoking, says a new study from Greece.

Early milk feeds benefit premature babies

April 21, 2012 at 6:03 PM

A new study has revealed that earlier milk feeds would benefit at-risk premature babies.

Medical marijuana vending machine unveiled by California Company

April 21, 2012 at 4:45 PM

Washington, Apr 21 (ANI): A California company, which hopes to make medical marijuana a little easier to obtain and control, has unveiled an automated dispensary that distributes the medical drug and looks like a vending machine.

Alert employees save 64 newborns in Assam hospital

April 21, 2012 at 4:45 PM

Guwahati, April 21 (IANS) Timely intervention by intensive care unit employees saved 64 young lives from choking to death at a hospital here Saturday.

Premature babies 'benefit from early milk feeds'

April 21, 2012 at 3:25 PM

Washington, Apr 21 (ANI): Earlier milk feeds would benefit at-risk premature babies, a new study has suggested.

Omega-3 fatty acids 'may help reduce physical harm caused by smoking'

April 21, 2012 at 3:01 PM

Washington, Apr 21 (ANI): Intake of Omega-3 fatty acids may help to reduce the physical damage that is caused by smoking, a new study has revealed.

Molecular alternatives to life offer new insight into evolution

April 20, 2012 at 7:01 PM

Washington, Apr 20 (ANI): Researchers have successfully replicated the chemistry of life in synthetic versions of DNA and RNA molecules, thus indicating that the pair of nucleic acids are not unique in their capability to encode information and to pass it on through heredity.

19th century 'vibration chair' can help Parkinson's sufferers

April 20, 2012 at 5:01 PM

Washington, Apr 20 (ANI): Researchers have replicated the work of a celebrated neurologist of the 19th century, who developed a "vibration chair," to relieve symptoms of Parkinson's disease.

Old people who banish regrets 'happier and cope better with stress'

April 20, 2012 at 1:25 PM

London, Apr 20 (ANI): Learning not to linger on "what might have been" could act as a survival mechanism critical to happiness during old age, a new study has suggested.

Cancer rising among Indian youth: Experts

April 19, 2012 at 6:53 PM

Cancer among the Indian youth is increasing but the main cause of concern is that they are unknown from the facts,

No evidence found to prove gum disease causes heart disease or stroke

April 19, 2012 at 5:41 PM

Washington, April 19 (ANI): Keeping teeth and gums healthy is important for your overall health.

London 2012 Olympics sponsor Mc Donalds draws criticism from obesity campaigners

April 19, 2012 at 3:57 PM

London, Apr 19 (ANI): McDonald's, a sponsor of the London Olympics, has drawn much criticism from obesity campaigners following the fast food brand's decision to give away free exercise toys with Happy Meals, as part of a national campaign, to make children more active ahead of the Games.

St. Jude to provide latest medical technologies to India

April 19, 2012 at 11:25 AM

Hyderabad, April 19 (IANS) US-based global medical device company St. Jude Medical Inc. will make its latest technologies available to patients in India, a top company official said here.

No experiments on animals in colleges: Environment ministry

April 18, 2012 at 8:21 PM

New Delhi, April 18 (IANS) The ministry of environment and forests has issued guidelines to stop experimentation on animals for training undergraduate and post-graduate students in colleges and to instead use alternatives such as computer-aided simulators for the purpose.

The Herb of Tulsi to Treat Cancer and Radioactive Effects

April 18, 2012 at 6:49 PM

The medicinal qualities of the herb of Tulsi to treat cancer and radioactive effects have recently surfaced on the scientific discussion regarding cancer. Tulsi or basil as a Indian herb is well known for its healing properties for a number of diseases and natural therapies like cough and cold, influenza, physical impotence and weakness, purification of blood, etc.

Bump on head should not be ignored

April 16, 2012 at 2:11 PM

Washington, April 16 (IANS) A bump on your head could lead to a permanent disability or cognitive deficits if not attended in time, says a case study.

Agartala kicks off mission to become Hepatitis free

April 15, 2012 at 4:03 PM

Agartala, April 15 (IANS) The Tripura government Sunday launched an ambitious programme to make its capital Agartala a Hepatitis free city, considering northeastern India's vulnerability to this highly contagious disease.

Livorno footballer dies of heart attack

April 15, 2012 at 1:31 PM

Rome, April 15 (IANS) All Italian football matches scheduled for the weekend were suspended after Livorno midfielder Piermario Morosini died of a heart attack during a Serie B match.

New tool to diagnose autism within minutes

April 12, 2012 at 12:59 PM

Washington, April 12 (IANS) Researchers are developing a new tool that will diagnose autism in young children within mere minutes instead of the hours that it currently takes.

'Banned' Indian-born British doctor reinstated despite failing basic exams

April 11, 2012 at 8:04 PM

London, Apr 11(ANI): Indian-born general practitioner Dr Arun Rauniar, who had been twice banned by the General Medical Council (GMC), has been reinstated despite failing basic exams.

Kaela Humphries models for plus-sized line in her first fashion shoot

April 11, 2012 at 4:43 PM

London, Apr 11 (ANI): Kaela Humphries, who was sister-in-law to serial poser Kim Kardashian for just 72 days, has appeared in her first fashion shoot for The Limited's plus-size clothing line eloquii.

New MRI technique predicts progression of dementia

April 11, 2012 at 4:27 PM

Washington, April 11 (ANI): A new technique uses magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to predict the rate of progression and physical path of many degenerative brain diseases.

ECG can also predict heart attacks

April 11, 2012 at 4:11 PM

Washington, April 11 (IANS) Can a simple diagnostic test that measures a heart's electrical activity help predict heart attacks?

Exercise, eating less fat beat fad diets in weight loss success

April 11, 2012 at 1:00 PM

Washington, Apr 11 (ANI): The old tried and true methods of eating less fat, exercising and joining weight loss programs are more effective strategies for shedding those extra kilos than popular diets and non-prescription pills, researchers say.

Air Force being steadily modernised, says Antony

April 10, 2012 at 8:26 PM

New Delhi, Apr 10 (ANI): Defence Minister A.K. Antony on Tuesday assured that the government will provide all assistance to the Indian Air Force (IAF) to meet its rapid modernisation plans, but cautioned that this cannot be accelerated "in fits and starts" as it is a continuous and time-consuming process.

Inherited-genetic variations up risk of aggressive prostate cancer

April 10, 2012 at 8:20 PM

Washington, April 10 (ANI): Scientists have discovered two inherited-genetic deletions in the human genome linked to development of aggressive prostate cancer.

25,000 Brit men are basically women

April 10, 2012 at 8:11 PM

London, April 10 (ANI): There are tens of thousands of 'male mums' in Britain, according to mistaken NHS statistics.

A universal Cancer Vaccine that can kills 90% cancers developed

April 10, 2012 at 1:57 PM

In a major breakthrough, Israeli scientists have developed a wonder vaccine that according to them, can kills 90% of cancer. According to Tel Aviv researchers, a vaccine ImMucin has been developed using a molecule 'MUC1', found in 90% of cancers including breast cancer and prostate cancer, which trigger the immune system to recognize the rouge cells and kill them.....

Soon, wonder jab that will kill 90pc of cancers

April 9, 2012 at 3:47 PM

London, April 9 (ANI): A vaccine that kills 90 per cent of cancers using the body's natural defence mechanisms could be widely available within six years, scientists say.

Walkathon marks World Health Day

April 7, 2012 at 8:49 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) A group of 500 people, including the elderly, participated in a walkathon in the capital to spread awareness about healthy and active ageing on the occasion of the World Health Day Saturday.

Antibiotics are better cure for appendix than surgery

April 7, 2012 at 6:31 PM

A new study suggests that two third of appendix removal operations may be needless and could be avoided by treating patient with antibiotics.

Pills 'better at curing appendix than surgery'

April 7, 2012 at 5:21 PM

London, Apr 7 (ANI): Two out of three appendix removal operations may be unnecessary and could be avoided by simply administering antibiotics, a new study has revealed.

First swine flu death in Himachal

April 7, 2012 at 5:21 PM

Shimla, April 7 (IANS) A 55-year-old woman, who tested positive for swine flu, died in Shimla Saturday, the first death in Himachal Pradesh this year, a health official said.

War crime victims' kin in Bangladesh hope for a fair trial against accused

April 7, 2012 at 5:21 PM

Dhaka, Apr.7 (ANI): Family members of victims killed during the 1971 Bangladesh war on Saturday hoped for a fair trial against those accused of committing crimes during the period.

Lab-grown egg cells could revolutionise fertility, reverse menopause

April 7, 2012 at 3:21 PM

London, April 7 (ANI): Scientists are heading for a breakthrough that could help infertile women have babies as well as make women as fertile in later life as men.

Columbian girl aged 10 gives birth to healthy baby

April 7, 2012 at 2:50 PM

Washington, Apr 7 (ANI): A 10-year-old Colombian girl has given birth to a healthy baby girl, making her one of the youngest mothers ever.

Why fried food is not always bad for you

April 6, 2012 at 2:42 PM

London, Apr 6 (ANI): The amount of oil consumed makes absolutely no difference on the incidence of heart disease, a new study has claimed.

Rate of memory decline doubles up during last 2 years of life

April 5, 2012 at 4:39 PM

A recent study has revealed that, the memory of a person start declining at a faster rate in the last two-and-a-half years of life in comparison to any other time of life.

2,000 new cancer cases in Himachal in last one year

April 5, 2012 at 4:41 PM

Shimla, April 5 (IANS) More than 2,000 new cases of cancer have been reported in Himachal Pradesh in the past one year, Health Minister Rajeev Bindal said here Thursday.

Rare gene glitches 'contribute to autism risk'

April 5, 2012 at 3:37 PM

London, Apr 5 (ANI): Mutations in hundreds of genes involved in wiring the brain may contribute to the development of autism spectrum disorders (ASD), a new study has revealed.

Memory decline speeds up during last 2 years of life

April 5, 2012 at 2:56 PM

Washington, April 5 (ANI): A person's memory declines at a faster rate in the last two-and-a-half years of life than at any other time after memory problems first begin, researchers of two new studies revealed.

Memory deteriorates faster in life's last two years

April 5, 2012 at 2:56 PM

Washington, April 5 (IANS) A person's memory deteriorates at a faster rate in the last two-and-a-half years of his or her life than at any other time after memory problems first begin, says a study.

Swine flu reported in Himachal

April 4, 2012 at 11:20 PM

Shimla, April 4 (IANS) A 55-year-old woman tested positive for swine flu in Shimla Wednesday, the first case in Himachal Pradesh this year, a health official said here.

Vitamin D can help the critically ill

April 4, 2012 at 4:13 PM

According to a recent study, Vitamin D which is synthesized by the sunlight has an important link with the functioning of the auto-immune system of the body.

A vitamin that helps the critically ill

April 4, 2012 at 11:37 AM

Tel Aviv, April 4 (IANS) Vitamin D, which the body synthesises with the help of sunlight, has an important bearing on the functioning of our auto-immune system, says a study.

Ray of sunshine boon for critically ill

April 4, 2012 at 10:00 AM

Tel Aviv, April 4 (IANS) Vitamin D, which the body synthesises with the help of sunlight, has an important bearing on the functioning of our auto-immune system.

Controversial bird flu studies cleared for publication

April 3, 2012 at 4:16 PM

London, April 3 (ANI): A US biosecurity committee has withdrawn its objection to the publication of two controversial bird flu studies.

Fat cells can protect our body against diabetes

April 2, 2012 at 2:00 PM

London, April 2 (ANI): Researchers have shed light on how fat cells protect the body against diabetes - the finding that may lead to a new therapeutic strategy for preventing and treating type 2 diabetes and obesity-related metabolic diseases.

Fear of plague haunting Himachal villages

April 2, 2012 at 11:09 AM

Shimla, April 2 (IANS) Residents of the Rohru rural belt in Himachal Pradesh are living in fear of the 'wrath of god'. The cause of the scare is actually pneumonic plague caused by rats, but many of them believe that every 10 to 15 years supernatural forces cause the disease outbreak.

Now, teddy bear-faced robot to help injured soldiers in battlefields

April 1, 2012 at 3:41 PM

Washington, Apr 1 (ANI): Scientists have designed a 500-pound teddy bear that is capable of lifting and carrying an injured fighter out of harm's way.

'Yoga can cure every disease, but don't universalise'

April 1, 2012 at 12:37 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) Yoga therapy can cure every disease and disorder, even cancer, says a Delhi-based yoga therapist but warns against the mass teaching of yoga - including popular pranayams like kapalbhati and anulom vilom - saying they "can cause complications".

Tobacco addiction is raising squamous cell cancer in India

March 30, 2012 at 10:17 AM

According to a leading cancer specialist, due to the increasing addiction of tobacco there is a significant rise in the squamous cell cancer, a type of esophageal cancer in India.

Tata Medical Center to set up research facility

March 29, 2012 at 9:53 PM

Kolkata, March 29 (IANS) The 167-bedded Tata Medical Center - a high-tech centre for cancer research and treatment - is planning to spend nearly Rs.250 crore to expand its facility, including setting up a modern research centre.

Now, a device to shield cardiac patients from stroke

March 28, 2012 at 9:44 PM

New Delhi, March 28 (IANS) A global medical device company Wednesday announced the first implant of a one-of-its-kind cardiac plug which can help curb strokes in patients with cardiac disorders. Stroke is the second leading killer after heart disease.

Karnataka BJP leadership crisis to be resolved by April 15: Minister

March 25, 2012 at 7:20 PM

Mysore, Mar.25 (ANI): Karnataka's Medical Education Minister S.A. Ramdas has said the central and state leaderships of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) would try to resolve the leadership crisis in the state before April 15.

Experts challenge FDA approval for Alzheimer's drug

March 25, 2012 at 1:04 PM

Washington, March 25 (IANS) Experts have challenged approval for a new dose of a best-selling Alzheimer's drug by the FDA which not only "breached" its own "regulatory standard" but causes greater side-effects.

Obesity can enhance the risk of recurrence of breast cancer

March 24, 2012 at 4:38 PM

In a recent research, it has been found that obese women are diagnosed with breast cancer have more chances of the reoccurrence of the cancer or cancer related death than a lean women.

Obesity can increase risk of breast cancer recurrence

March 24, 2012 at 12:00 PM

Washington, March 24 (ANI): Researchers have found that women who are overweight or obese when they are diagnosed with breast cancer are at higher risk of cancer recurrence or related death than leaner women.

Profiles of candidates for World Bank president

March 24, 2012 at 11:52 AM

Washington, March 24 (IANS) The World Bank announced here Friday that Jim Yong Kim from the US, Nigeria's Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and Colombia's Jose Antonio Ocampo are the three candidates for the bank presidency.

Over cleanliness could wreck immune system!

March 23, 2012 at 9:44 PM

London, March 23 (IANS) Evidence is growing that dirt and germs protect against disease -- and that our indoor-based, ultra-clean lifestyles are bad for our health.

Anti-depressants ease osteoarthritis pain

March 23, 2012 at 8:00 PM

Washington, March 23 (IANS) Anti-depressants could also be effective in easing debilitating pain caused by osteoarthritis with fewer side-effects than traditional drugs, a study reveals.

Antidepressant can offer relief in osteoarthritis pain

March 23, 2012 at 3:21 PM

American doctors have found out that antidepressants can play an important role in relieving painful conditions like osteoarthritis and may lead to fewer side effects than conventionally prescribed drug regimes that include anti-inflammatories and op

Antidepressant can help ease osteoarthritis pain

March 23, 2012 at 11:04 AM

Washington, March 23 (ANI): American doctors have revealed that antidepressants can play a key role in alleviating painful conditions like osteoarthritis and may result in fewer side effects than traditionally prescribed drug regimes, such as anti-inflammatories and opioids.

People without sense of smell have higher social insecurity

March 22, 2012 at 8:42 PM

Washington, March 22 (ANI): People born without a sense of smell experience higher social insecurity and increased risk for depression, according to a study

Autism risk gene may be behind differences in brain structure

March 22, 2012 at 8:42 PM

Washington, Mar 22 (ANI): Healthy individuals, who carry a gene variation associated with an increased risk of autism, have structural differences in their brains, researchers say.

Alzheimer's spreads through linked nerve cells

March 22, 2012 at 8:41 PM

Washington, March 22 (ANI): Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia may spread within nerve networks in the brain by moving directly between connected neurons, instead of in other ways proposed by scientists, such as by propagating in all directions, results of a new study suggested.

Alzheimer's spreads through linked nerve cells

March 22, 2012 at 6:16 PM

Washington, March 22 (ANI): Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia may spread within nerve networks in the brain by moving directly between connected neurons, instead of in other ways proposed by scientists, such as by propagating in all directions, results of a new study suggested.

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