Research

London : While Covid is primarily known to spread via aerosols, a new study led by an Indian origin researcher has provided first empirical evidence that the presence of SARS-CoV-2 on people's hands and household surfaces also contribute…

London : People exposed to higher levels of air pollution before the pandemic are likely to have lower antibody responses to Covid-19 vaccines, suggests a study.In particular, exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5), nitrogen dioxide…

New Delhi : One of the most difficult eras in human history, Covid-19, arose. Globally, the pandemic caused unprecedented health crises, economic turbulence, and societal unrest.Communities confronted isolation, and healthcare systems were…

Uttar Pradesh : A study conducted by the researchers of the department of Zoology, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University (BHU) has found that psychological stress caused by lifestyle and other factors could also play havoc with a…

New Delhi : Infection with SARS-CoV-2 has a significant impact on cognitive function in patients with preexisting dementia, according to new research led by health experts from West Bengal.Since the first wave of Covid-19, neurologists have…

New Delhi : India on Wednesday reported 4,435 new Covid-19 cases, the highest single-day jump since September 2022, according to the Union ministry of Health and Family Affairs.The number of active cases stands at 23,091, the data showed.…

Geneva : Around 17.5 per cent of the adult population roughly 1 in 6 worldwide experience infertility in their lifetime, according to a new report published on Tuesday by the World Health Organization (WHO).The report shows limited…

New York : Updated Covid booster shots will be important for shoring up population immunity as new variants emerge, suggests a study.However, the trick is to target a variant for the booster that is so different from the original strain of…

New York : Women who have an early menopause may be at high risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, but those who were prescribed hormone therapy around the age of menopause onset did not show increased risk, finds a study. Premature…

Toronto : While overindulgence could dig you an early grave, a daily alcoholic drink may neither be harmful nor offer any health benefits, according to a new study of 4.8 million people.The benefits and drawbacks of alcohol have been much…