Health Update

Uncleaned door handles and light switches in hospitals raise MRSA risk

London, October 31 : A new study has found that hospital cleaners usually do not pay proper attention to door handles and light switches, and are thus putting patients’ lives at risk.

Folic acid in bread may pose multiple health risks

London, October 31 : Food scientists have warned that a plan to fortify bread flour with folic acid to reduce birth defects may indeed raise incidences of bowel cancer, and trigger problems for peo

Ingredient in rosemary herb may help prevent stroke, Alzheimer’s disease

Washington, October 31 : Scientists have found that an active ingredient in rosemary herb, which is used as flavouring in culinary dishes, may protect the brain from ameliorating neurological condi

Bipolar disease drug dramatically increases lifespan in worms

Treating high blood pressure, atrial fibrillation may slow memory loss in Alzheimer’s patients

Chemical that triggers Parkinson’s disease identified

Washington, Oct 31: A team of researchers at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine has identified the key brain chemical that triggers Parkinson's disease.

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