blood

  1. IISER Kolkata study finds vascular growth factor key to treating colon, kidney cancer

    IISER Kolkata study finds vascular growth factor key to treating colon, kidney cancer

    The VEGFR family of receptors is a key regulator of the process of forming new blood vessels essential for functions such as embryonic development, wound healing, tissue regeneration, and tumor formation.Targeting VEGFR may help in the treatment of various malignant and non-malignant diseases...
  2. Study finds biggest risk factor for future cases of dementia

    Study finds biggest risk factor for future cases of dementia

    A combination of genetic and environmental factors, including high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, education, and smoking, are major risk factors for dementia.Researchers at University College London (UCL) explored how the prevalence of these risk factors changed over time.The team...
  3. The best way to cool off quickly and safely in a heat wave

    The best way to cool off quickly and safely in a heat wave

    Lancaster, As the heatwave begins to hit the UK and the heat health alert is in force, people are looking for ways to stay cool and reduce the risk of heat stroke, the most serious form of hyperthermia, with a body temperature greater than 40 °C. .Older adults, those with underlying health...
  4. Amid water crisis, water is supplied through tankers in Delhi's Okhla Phase 2, Kusumpur Pahari.

    Amid water crisis, water is supplied through tankers in Delhi's Okhla Phase 2, Kusumpur Pahari.

    New Delhi [India], Residents of Okhla Phase 2 and Kusumpur Pahari in Delhi heaved a sigh of relief on Thursday as they received water supply through tankers amid severe water shortage in the national capital.Virendra Pandit, a resident, said, "There is a slight improvement in water supply, but...
  5. Researchers identify vascular changes in the brain linked to Alzheimer's disease

    Researchers identify vascular changes in the brain linked to Alzheimer's disease

    Jacksonville (Florida) [USA] USA], The network of blood channels and tissues known as the blood-brain barrier, which nourishes and protects the brain from dangerous chemicals flowing in the blood, is compromised in Alzheimer's disease.Mayo Clinic researchers and their partners have discovered...
  6. Zika virus infection confirmed in doctor and his teenage daughter in Pune

    Zika virus infection confirmed in doctor and his teenage daughter in Pune

    Pune: A 46-year-old doctor and his teenage daughter in Maharashtra's Pune city have tested positive for Zika virus infection but their health condition is stable, an official said on Wednesday.The man recently developed symptoms like fever and rashes, following which he was admitted to a...
  7. SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav Meets AAP Minister Atishi at Delhi's Lok Nayak Hospital

    SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav Meets AAP Minister Atishi at Delhi's Lok Nayak Hospital

    New Delhi [India], Samajwadi Party chief and MP Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday met AAP minister Atishi, who was hospitalized after her health deteriorated during her indefinite hunger strike against the water crisis in Delhi.Akhilesh Yadav reached Delhi's Lok Nayak Hospital in the early hours of...
  8. 24,500 units of blood collected on Gautam Adani's birthday to help more than 73,500 patients

    24,500 units of blood collected on Gautam Adani's birthday to help more than 73,500 patients

    This year's collection exceeded last year's blood collection by 20,621 units.Adani Foundation, the community engagement arm of Adani Group, said the campaign was launched in 152 cities across 21 states on Monday, on the occasion of Gautam Adani's birthday.The campaign, organized under the...
  9. Doctors call for more surveillance as deadly tick-borne virus spreads in Pakistan

    Doctors call for more surveillance as deadly tick-borne virus spreads in Pakistan

    CCHF is caused by a tick-borne nairovirus.Animals such as cattle, goats, sheep and hares carry the virus, which can be transmitted to humans through tick bites or through contact with infected blood or tissues during and after slaughter.The virus, known for its high mortality rate, can cause...
  10. AAP ends minister Atishi's water protest, says 'will raise voice in Parliament'

    AAP ends minister Atishi's water protest, says 'will raise voice in Parliament'

    New Delhi [India], Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh said on Tuesday that the indefinite strike called by Delhi Minister Atishi against the water crisis has been called off, but they will continue to raise the issue in Parliament mobilizing opposition parties.Addressing a press...
  11. Atishi's health deteriorated during hunger strike, admitted to LNJP hospital

    Atishi's health deteriorated during hunger strike, admitted to LNJP hospital

    According to doctors, Atishi's blood sugar level dropped dangerously low, reaching 43 at midnight and falling to 36 by 3 am. Medical professionals recommended immediate hospitalization. His blood pressure and weight also dropped significantly, making his condition increasingly dangerous...
  12. "Fighting for the people of Delhi...": AAP leader Sanjay Singh after Atishi's hospitalization

    "Fighting for the people of Delhi...": AAP leader Sanjay Singh after Atishi's hospitalization

    New Delhi [India], Aam Aadmi Party leader Sanjay Singh said on Tuesday that Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has been admitted to the hospital, adding that the latter is not fighting for herself, but is fighting for the water of the people of Delhi.Delhi Chief Minister Atishi was admitted to...
  13. "Atishi's blood sugar level plummets to 36...," claims AAP leader Saurabh Bhardwaj.

    "Atishi's blood sugar level plummets to 36...," claims AAP leader Saurabh Bhardwaj.

    New Delhi [India], Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Saurabh Bharadwaj reported on Tuesday that Delhi Minister Atishi's blood sugar level has fallen to 36, for which the latter has been admitted to the hospital."Atishi's blood sugar level dropped to 36, so she was admitted to LNJP hospital,"...
  14. AAP leader Atishi's health deteriorated due to indefinite hunger strike; admitted to hospital

    AAP leader Atishi's health deteriorated due to indefinite hunger strike; admitted to hospital

    New Delhi [India], Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has been admitted to hospital after her health condition deteriorated while she was on indefinite hunger strike against the Haryana government for not releasing 100 million gallons per day ( MGD) of water, thus creating a water crisis in the...
  15. Guwahati airport authorities organize blood donation camp

    Guwahati airport authorities organize blood donation camp

    Guwahati (Assam) [India], Guwahati International Airport, in collaboration with Lions Club and Marwari Maternity Hospital, organized a blood donation camp at LGBI Airport, Guwahati today.The camp was inaugurated with the lighting of the lamp.According to an official statement, "This noble...
  16. Experts say obesity, smoking are major causes of Alzheimer's disease

    Experts say obesity, smoking are major causes of Alzheimer's disease

    Alzheimer's is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder, which constitutes a serious public health problem.It leads to memory loss, cognitive decline, and inability to perform daily tasks.Experts explained that obesity and smoking are the main risk factors for vascular dementia and can...
  17. Study provides genetic evidence of how damaged blood vessels cause dementia.

    Study provides genetic evidence of how damaged blood vessels cause dementia.

    New Delhi, A new study has provided genetic evidence linking a common condition of the brain's blood vessels to dementia and Alzheimer's disease.Known as white matter hyperintensity (WMH), the condition characterized by lesions in the brain, is a common feature of brain small vessel disease...
  18. Atishi's health deteriorated due to fast, doctors advised hospitalization: AAP

    Atishi's health deteriorated due to fast, doctors advised hospitalization: AAP

    New Delhi, Delhi Water Minister Atishi's health condition deteriorated on Monday on the fourth day of her indefinite fast and doctors advised her to be admitted to a hospital, the AAP said.However, Atishi refused to be treated in a hospital, despite the adverse effects on her health, until...
  19. Hunger strike: AAP says, Delhi Minister Atishi's blood pressure and sugar level have dropped significantly.

    Hunger strike: AAP says, Delhi Minister Atishi's blood pressure and sugar level have dropped significantly.

    New Delhi [India], Water Minister Atishi has entered the third day of her indefinite hunger strike demanding proper water supply to Delhi from Haryana. However, the minister's health checkup revealed that his blood pressure and sugar levels had dropped significantly, AAP said in a press release...
  20. Water crisis: Delhi Minister Atishi's blood sugar and pressure levels dropped on the second day of hunger strike.

    Water crisis: Delhi Minister Atishi's blood sugar and pressure levels dropped on the second day of hunger strike.

    New Delhi: Water Minister Atishi's blood sugar level dropped by 16 units while his blood pressure also dropped on Saturday, the second day of his indefinite fast demanding release of the city's due share of water by Haryana, according to the Delhi government.Atishi started 'Pani Satyagraha' in...
Back
Top