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Researchers solve puzzles surrounding parasite immunity and development
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
Research led by a University of Maryland team has identified the first inter-species, signalling pathway between an arthropod parasite and host, where molecules in the blood of a host animal trigger the immunity and development of a parasite.
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Scientists uncover mysteries around parasite immunity, development
Updated : 2 months ago IST
The study, which was published on January 13 in the journal Science, identifies a potential target for anti-tick vaccines or therapeutics to prevent the spread of infections like Lyme disease.
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Israeli medication for treating cystic fibrosis to begin human trials
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Cystic fibrosis is a genetic condition which creates a buildup of mucus in the lungs, pancreas and digestive system, resulting in malnutrition, breathing difficulties, frequent lung and sinus infections, jaundice and even male infertility.
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Bariatric surgery opens the door to a healthier life: Patients
Updated : 6 months ago IST
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September 21 (ANI/PRNewswire): Obesity is a common issue in today's society, raising the risk of many life-threatening health issues, including heart, kidney, and liver disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, arthritis, sleep apnea, and certain types of cancer.
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Octogenarian treated for esophageal cancer through minimally invasive surg
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], August 3 (ANI/NewsVoir): Kauvery Hospital Chennai, a unit of Kauvery Group of Hospitals, a leading multispecialty healthcare chain in Tamil Nadu, successfully performed the procedure of minimally invasive esophagectomy on four people suffering from esophageal ca
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Study: Dementia risk can be reduced by high-fiber diet
Updated : 1 year ago IST
Tsukuba [Japan], February 27 (ANI): Fiber is known to be vitally important for a healthy digestive system and also has cardiovascular benefits like reduced cholesterol. During a recent study, evidence has emerged that fiber is also important for a healthy brain.
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High-fiber diet reduces risk of dementia, suggests study
Updated : 1 year ago IST
Tsukuba [Japan], February 24 (ANI): Fiber is something that every dietician suggests for better health. It's known to be vitally important for a healthy digestive system and also has cardiovascular benefits like reduced cholesterol. Recently, evidence has emerged that fiber is also important
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Study finds coffee consumption can stimulate digestion
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Washington [US], January 19 (ANI): According to new research, coffee has positive effects on digestion and the gut, and protects against common digestive complaints such as gallstones as well as certain liver diseases.
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New findings on bacteria that increase risk of pancreatic cancer
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Stockholm [Sweden], November 24 (ANI): Bacteria from the digestive system seem to have the potential to cause damage to pancreatic cells, increasing the risk of malignant tumours. Now for the first time, live bacteria from cystic pancreatic lesions that are precursors to pancreatic cancer, h
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Short-term episodes of diarrhea could lead to long-term nutritional proble
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
Washington [US], December 13 (ANI): A study published in proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reveals that the toxin produced by the Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacterium which causes diarrhoea could lead to long-term nutritional problems.
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Diarrhoea, abdominal pain, vomiting could be first symptoms of Covid-19: S
Updated : 3 years ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 20 (ANI): A new study has suggested that problems associated with the digestive system, for instance, diarrhoea, could be the initial symptoms of a Covid-19 infection.
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A healthy digestive system could do wonders!
Updated : 4 years, 10 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], May 03 (ANI): Microbes in the digestive system have a big influence on human health and may play a role in the onset of disease throughout the body, claims a research.
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