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Research: 3-D Microgels 'On-Demand' Offer New Potential for Cell ResearchThree-dimensional cell cultures in the form of stars, diamonds and circles are generated by an exciting new digital microfluidics platform. -
Exposure to Second Hand Smoke Linked With Pregnancy LossExposure to secondhand smoking is linked with increased risk of miscarriage, stillbirth and tubal ectopic pregnancies. -
Prescribing and Reimbursement Practices Show Improvement in ChinaA major component of health reforms in the United States, the United Kingdom, and other affluent countries is the pay-for-performance scheme. -
Fetal Chromosome Abnormalities can be Identified Better by DNA Test Than Standard ScreensNew research that has significant implications for prenatal testing for major fetal chromosome abnormalities appears in this week's New England Jou -
Over Half of French and Italian Men Admit to Cheating on Their PartnersFrench and Italians top a poll that lists the nationalities of those who admit to cheating on their partners, a new survey reveals. -
US Panel to Debate Benefits of Developing Three-Parent EmbryosThe benefits of a controversial technique is currently being debated by a US advisory board. -
Activation of Beta-Catenin Leaves Lasting and Harmful Effect on Immune SystemThe activation of beta-catenin, the primary mediator of the ubiquitous Wnt signaling pathway, leads to a lasting and harmful change in the immune ...
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PorphyriaPorphyria is a group of metabolic genetic disorders affecting nerves and skin due to build-up of chemicals called porphyrins. Porphyria is caused by ... -
Braxton Hicks ContractionsBraxton Hicks contractions, also called as prodromal labor or false labor pains are sporadic, unpredictable uterine contractions that mostly occur in ... -
MothereseMotherese, a special speech and language pattern adopted by people when talking to infants and small children, helps the child in language ... -
Cluster HeadacheCluster headache is a periodic, intense, sharp, burning and explosive pain that begins suddenly on one side of the head and tends to get worse ... -
PeriodontitisPeriodontitis or pyorrhea is infection and inflammation of ligament tissues that surround and support the teeth. Periodontitis causes loss of ... -
Myofascial Pain SyndromeA patient with myofascial syndrome suffers from pain at trigger points, which is referred to other parts. -
Auditory TumorAuditor Tumor or Acoustic neuroma or vestibular schwannoma is a benign growth that arises on the vestibular cochlear nerve. It is not a cancer. Read ...
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Novel Compound to Combat Parkinson’s DiseaseA new compound called 12g developed by researchers was found to protect mice from motor deficits associated with Parkinson’s disease. -
Better Not to Combine Protein and Carbohydrates in Diet- New StudyA mixed meal of protein, carbohydrate and fats may lead to the accumulation of body fat stores and thus obesity. The liver enzyme alanine ... -
Domoic Acid, a Toxin in Seafood Damages Kidney and BrainDomoic acid, a neurotoxin may damage the human kidney even at doses lower than what is thought to be safe for humans. -
Enjoy a Flirty Valentine's Day With Lots of Love and Loads of GiftsIt's Valentine's Day. Love is floating in the air and men and women are busy hunting for the best of flowers, candies, chocolates and plethora of ... -
Gene Expression Profiling Score Predicts Heart Transplant SurvivalGene expression profiling score can be used to identify transplant recipients who have a low probability of rejection, finds the IMAGE study. -
Healthy Diet and Adequate Sleep may Reduce Mortality in ElderlyA recent study evaluated the effect of diet on the relationship between sleep and mortality in elderly men and women. -
Enlarged Prostate May Not Need SurgeryProstate artery embolization (PAE) may alleviate the urinary symptoms caused by BPH, suggest Brazilian researchers.
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Ideal Baby WeightCalculate the ideal weight of your baby with Medindia’s Infant weight calculator. -
Body Fat CalculatorThis calculator estimates your percentage body fat, your body type and the amount of calories you have to burn to lose 1% of your body fat and it ... -
Pregnancy Due Date CalculatorMedindia’s Pregnancy due-date calculator predicts the expected date of delivery of your baby. -
Life Span (or) Death ClockCalculate how many more seconds have you got to live. An interesting reminder for us to live these precious moments happily. -
Constipation CalculatorChronic Constipation or Severe Constipation Calculator checks if you have irregular bowel movements or other symptoms of constipation and informs the ... -
Drug DirectoryFind out A-Z price details for generics. Drug directory section in MedIndia gives you various brands and price details for generics with Manufacturer ... -
Blood Pressure CalculatorBlood pressure readings – what do the numbers mean? Use Medindia’s blood pressure calculator to check whether you blood pressure is at healthy level.
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Quiz on PainBrain surgery without anesthesia? Take this pain quiz and find answers. ... -
Quiz on PancreasPancreas is both an endocrine and an exocrine organ. It secretes insulin, which is required for sugar breakdown. To learn more about the unique ... -
Quiz on Chronic Fatigue SyndromeDo you always feel tired despite all your tests coming normal? You could be suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome. Take this quiz to test your ... -
Quiz on TinnitusTest your knowledge on tinnitus by taking this ... -
Quiz on Ankylosing SpondylitisAnkylosing spondylitis is an inflammatory disease of joints that usually affects young adults. Test your knowledge on ankylosing spondylitis by ... -
Quiz on Drug AbuseDrug abuse often starts with experimentation of a drug and results in problems at home, workplace and in relationships. Take this quiz to test your ... -
Quiz on PregnancyThere is a general belief that a pregnant woman should eat for two people. How far is this true? This compilation of information, presented in the ...
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