http://www.dnaindia.com/ dnaindia.com delivers news and information on the latest top stories, sport, entertainment, business, technology, Mumbai, India, world and more. en-us COPYRIGHT @ 2010 DILIGENT MEDIA CORPORATION LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED XML::RSS Fri, 19 Mar 2010 06:17:46 GMT Fri, 19 Mar 2010 06:17:46 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/syndication/ 10 http://www.dnaindia.com/images/logo_dna_rss.gif http://www.dnaindia.com/ 31 88 dnaindia.com delivers news and information on the latest top stories, sport, entertainment, politics, India, World and more. http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_bleach-based-products-the-best-bet-to-beat-norovirus_1360625 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_bleach-based-products-the-best-bet-to-beat-norovirus_1360625 The effectiveness of disinfectants used to clean surfaces at home or at businesses in the food sector is crucial for limiting the spread of these viruses. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:44:34 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_new-chemo-combo-shows-potential-for-endometrial-cancer-treatment_1360624 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_new-chemo-combo-shows-potential-for-endometrial-cancer-treatment_1360624 A study, conducted by scientists from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, showed that the combination produced a response rate in 50% of patients. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:41:36 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_diabetics-who-have-difficulty-reaching-out-to-others-face-early-death_1360606 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_diabetics-who-have-difficulty-reaching-out-to-others-face-early-death_1360606 A five-year study showed that diabetes patients who have a lower propensity to reach out to others have a higher mortality rate than those who feel comfortable seeking support. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:59:24 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_new-method-uses-super-sexed-insects-for-sustainable-pest-control_1360593 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_new-method-uses-super-sexed-insects-for-sustainable-pest-control_1360593 Scientists hope to offer yet another efficient and promising avenue for supplying produce to the market by eliminating pests without damage to the environment. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:20:10 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_key-mechanism-that-guides-cells-to-form-heart-tissue-identified_1360592 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_key-mechanism-that-guides-cells-to-form-heart-tissue-identified_1360592 Heart tissue forms in two distinct phases known as the First Heart Field, which includes the left ventricle and portions of both atrial chambers. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:17:34 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_inactivating-skp2-gene-may-help-fight-cancer_1360587 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_inactivating-skp2-gene-may-help-fight-cancer_1360587 Cancer cells spread and grow because they can divide indefinitely, without going through the normal aging process known as senescence. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:10:49 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_scientists-identify-genes-linked-to-ulcerative-colitis_1360569 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_scientists-identify-genes-linked-to-ulcerative-colitis_1360569 A study showed more than 30 regions of the genome are connected to the risk of developing ulcerative colitis. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 13:28:01 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_selenium-may-help-fight-diabetes-in-men_1360415 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_selenium-may-help-fight-diabetes-in-men_1360415 For men, high plasma selenium concentrations are associated with a lower occurrence of dysglycemia, says a new study. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 07:38:24 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_fish-may-help-fight-bowel-cancer_1360401 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_fish-may-help-fight-bowel-cancer_1360401 In people whose genetic make-up predisposes them to bowel cancer, a purified form of an omega 3 cuts the number and size of precancerous bowel growths (polyps), says a new study. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 07:14:13 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_hypnotherapy-effective-for-easing-irritable-bowel-syndrome-symptoms_1360395 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_hypnotherapy-effective-for-easing-irritable-bowel-syndrome-symptoms_1360395 Hypnotherapy may help ease the distressing symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), say experts. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 07:01:29 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_low-vitamin-d-levels-associated-with-higher-rates-of-asthma-among-kids_1360392 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_low-vitamin-d-levels-associated-with-higher-rates-of-asthma-among-kids_1360392 African American children with asthma in metropolitan Washington, DC, are significantly more likely to have low levels of vitamin D than healthy African American children. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 06:49:00 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/scitech/report_loneliness-linked-to-high-blood-pressure-in-elderly_1360384 http://www.dnaindia.com/scitech/report_loneliness-linked-to-high-blood-pressure-in-elderly_1360384 Researchers looked at the possibility that depression and stress might account for the increase but found that those factors did not fully explain the increase in blood pressure among lonely people 50 years and older. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 06:20:27 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/world/report_china-probing-report-on-deadly-faulty-vaccines_1360369 http://www.dnaindia.com/world/report_china-probing-report-on-deadly-faulty-vaccines_1360369 Four children died and at least 74 others became sick in the poor inland province of Shanxi, after getting vaccinated against illnesses including encephalitis, hepatitis B and rabies. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 05:44:52 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/bangalore/report_sleep-well-eat-right-for-an-alert-mind_1360321 http://www.dnaindia.com/bangalore/report_sleep-well-eat-right-for-an-alert-mind_1360321 II PuC examinations begin today, last year's toppers have a few dos and don'ts as tips for candidates Thu, 18 Mar 2010 03:43:54 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_heart-abnormalities-diagnosed-in-world-trade-center-workers_1360217 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_heart-abnormalities-diagnosed-in-world-trade-center-workers_1360217 A study showed that responders have impaired diastolic function of both the right and left ventricle, meaning their hearts do not relax normally. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:25:20 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_booster-shot-improves-tuberculosis-resistance-in-previously-vaccinated-adults_1360193 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_booster-shot-improves-tuberculosis-resistance-in-previously-vaccinated-adults_1360193 Adenovirus-35 is attractive to vaccine developers because fewer humans have been exposed to this strain of the virus, compared with many other adenoviruses. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 15:36:03 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_stomach-wraps-more-effective-approach-to-treat-severe-acid-reflux_1360192 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_stomach-wraps-more-effective-approach-to-treat-severe-acid-reflux_1360192 Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease is a common chronic disease in which acid reflux causes heartburn, acid regurgitation, vomiting and difficulty in swallowing. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 15:32:47 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_thin-smokers-at-increased-lung-cancer-risk_1360179 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_thin-smokers-at-increased-lung-cancer-risk_1360179 It found that pack-a-day smokers with a body mass index of at least 28 were six times as likely to get lung cancer as equally heavy people who had never lit up. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 15:05:58 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_anti-obesity-drugs-unlikely-to-provide-lasting-health-benefits_1360138 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_anti-obesity-drugs-unlikely-to-provide-lasting-health-benefits_1360138 Experts at the University of Liverpool debated the drugs handled the biological consequences of obesity since most developers focused primarily on weight loss as their end goal. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:19:14 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_cellular-defect-that-leads-to-cancer-discovered_1360136 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_cellular-defect-that-leads-to-cancer-discovered_1360136 According to researchers, their finding has broad clinical implications in the fight against cancer and could affect treatment of lymphoma and many other forms of the disease. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:06:07 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_advance-emergency-contraception-doesn-t-reduce-pregnancy-rates_1360096 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_advance-emergency-contraception-doesn-t-reduce-pregnancy-rates_1360096 Researchers found that women with advance access to emergency contraception had similar rates of pregnancy as women who did not receive the medication in advance. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 12:04:47 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_swine-flu-vaccines-being-dispatched-to-states_1360072 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_swine-flu-vaccines-being-dispatched-to-states_1360072 The despatch of the vaccine began from March 15 from two nodal centres in Mumbai and Delhi. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 10:57:48 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_clove-the-best-antioxidant-spice-study_1360061 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_clove-the-best-antioxidant-spice-study_1360061 Using spices eaten in the Mediterranean diet as natural antioxidants is a good way forward as far as health is concerned. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 10:24:55 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_obesity-passive-smoking-cut-supply-of-oxygen-to-unborn-child_1360024 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_obesity-passive-smoking-cut-supply-of-oxygen-to-unborn-child_1360024 Babies born to obese mothers and exposed to passive smoking are more likely to face health problems, a new study claims. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 08:08:14 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_for-depressed-physically-ill-patients-antidepressants-can-prove-beneficial_1360021 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_for-depressed-physically-ill-patients-antidepressants-can-prove-beneficial_1360021 Antidepressants are effective at treating depression in patients suffering from physical illnesses, according to a new study. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 08:06:12 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_as-pot-belly-expands-sudden-cardiac-death-risk-shrinks_1360018 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_as-pot-belly-expands-sudden-cardiac-death-risk-shrinks_1360018 Being skinny confers no advantage when it comes to the risk of dying suddenly from cardiac causes, say researchers. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 08:00:01 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_family-mealtimes-help-asthmatic-kids-breathe-easier_1360016 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_family-mealtimes-help-asthmatic-kids-breathe-easier_1360016 Regular family mealtimes can help asthmatic children at high risk for separation anxiety, say researchers. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 07:56:48 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/mumbai/report_sleep-disorder-haunts-infants-too_1359932 http://www.dnaindia.com/mumbai/report_sleep-disorder-haunts-infants-too_1359932 A new study has busted the long-held belief that the problem is restricted to adults. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 18:51:28 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_why-sexually-experienced-girls-resume-sexual-activity-after-abstinence_1359871 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_why-sexually-experienced-girls-resume-sexual-activity-after-abstinence_1359871 Researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine have offered new insights into why sexually experienced girls resume sexual activity after periods of abstinence. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:58:42 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_potential-new-use-for-cancer-treatment-identified_1359866 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_potential-new-use-for-cancer-treatment-identified_1359866 Anti-angiogenic drugs are used to try and prevent cancers from stimulating the growth of the blood vessels they need to survive and grow. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:48:02 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_imaging-layer-of-fat-around-heart-may-help-predict-disease_1359853 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_imaging-layer-of-fat-around-heart-may-help-predict-disease_1359853 The size of the layer of fat around the heart, or imaging epicardial adipose tissue, can be measured by X-ray imaging techniques such as CT or MRI. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:20:18 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_meditation-a-good-way-to-ease-pain_1359846 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_meditation-a-good-way-to-ease-pain_1359846 Meditation can help enhance the ability to moderate reactions to pain, according to new study. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:00:16 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_erectile-dysfunction-plus-heart-disease-ups-death-risk_1359845 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_erectile-dysfunction-plus-heart-disease-ups-death-risk_1359845 Men with cardiovascular disease and erectile dysfunction (ED) are at an increased risk of death, according to a new study. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:54:50 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_magical-tricks-may-help-treat-children-with-locomotor-disabilities_1359832 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_magical-tricks-may-help-treat-children-with-locomotor-disabilities_1359832 A researcher at Tel Aviv University has found a new approach to help kids with paralysis and motor dysfunction improve their physical skills and inner confidence -- magic. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:23:12 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_treating-vitamin-d-deficiency-cuts-heart-disease-risk_1359829 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_treating-vitamin-d-deficiency-cuts-heart-disease-risk_1359829 Treating vitamin D deficiency with supplements may help to prevent or reduce a person's risk for cardiovascular disease and a host of other chronic conditions, say researchers. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:11:34 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_study-says-women-today-are-far-more-sexually-active-than-in-the-1960s_1359792 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_study-says-women-today-are-far-more-sexually-active-than-in-the-1960s_1359792 The study found that women in the UK in the so-called Noughties had an average of 5.65 sexual partners by the time they were 24. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:07:26 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_cellular-pathway-may-explain-obesity-cancer-link_1359818 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_cellular-pathway-may-explain-obesity-cancer-link_1359818 University of Alberta researcher Richard Lamb is studying a cell pathway in the human body that regulates cell growth. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:22:07 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_key-predictor-of-mortality-in-heart-disease-patients-identified_1359817 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_key-predictor-of-mortality-in-heart-disease-patients-identified_1359817 Coronary artery disease is the most frequent cause of heart disease and occurs when important blood vessels become narrow and can no longer give enough blood to meet the heart's demand. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:20:25 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_baldness-at-young-age-cuts-prostate-cancer-risk_1359725 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_baldness-at-young-age-cuts-prostate-cancer-risk_1359725 It was learnt that those who had their hair thinned by the age of 30 were 45% less likely to get prostrate cancer, compared to those who did not suffer hair loss. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 10:39:21 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_potential-new-drug-for-diabetes_1359714 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_potential-new-drug-for-diabetes_1359714 The finding raises hopes that someday the drug could be added to the arsenal of drugs used by millions of people with this disease, according to new research. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 10:15:52 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_the-humble-banana-may-help-prevent-hiv-spread_1359645 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_the-humble-banana-may-help-prevent-hiv-spread_1359645 The rate of new infections of HIV is outpacing the rate of new individuals getting anti-retroviral drugs by 2.5 to 1. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 07:15:13 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_it-s-official-steaming-cup-of-morning-coffee-helps-you-stay-fit_1359643 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_it-s-official-steaming-cup-of-morning-coffee-helps-you-stay-fit_1359643 Observational studies have suggested a beneficial link between coffee consumption and type 2 diabetes. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 07:09:02 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_lowering-blood-pressure-risky-for-patients-with-diabetes-heart-disease_1359450 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_lowering-blood-pressure-risky-for-patients-with-diabetes-heart-disease_1359450 New data show an increased risk of heart attack, stroke or death for patients having blood pressure deemed too high or too low. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:17:46 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_abdominal-ct-scans-may-help-reveal-patients-at-higher-heart-disease-risk_1359439 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_abdominal-ct-scans-may-help-reveal-patients-at-higher-heart-disease-risk_1359439 A new study claims that the presence of plaque on an abdominal CT scan is a strong predictor of coronary artery disease and mortality. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:38:03 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_ct-scans-overuse-linked-to-cancer_1359410 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_ct-scans-overuse-linked-to-cancer_1359410 A latest medical research has claimed that more than 400 new cases of cancer a year in Australia occur due to diagnostic radiology. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:11:59 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/report_mitraclip-could-save-millions-from-open-heart-surgery_1359400 http://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/report_mitraclip-could-save-millions-from-open-heart-surgery_1359400 The MitraClip is already on sale in Europe and manufacturer Abbott Laboratories hopes to win approval to start selling it in the US next year. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 13:46:20 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_selective-hearing-really-does-exist_1359392 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_selective-hearing-really-does-exist_1359392 Research has shown it is particularly those with only one functional ear who are more disturbed by interfering noise. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 13:32:16 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_new-cancer-drug-screening-technique-simulates-reality_1359302 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_new-cancer-drug-screening-technique-simulates-reality_1359302 The technique can be used to study a wide variety of cancer cells that infiltrate an equally wide range of normal tissues, said the authors of a study. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 10:49:41 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/scitech/report_better-genetic-test-for-autism_1359239 http://www.dnaindia.com/scitech/report_better-genetic-test-for-autism_1359239 A study examined 933 families (children and parents) who received clinical genetic testing for a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) between January 2006 and December 2008. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 07:42:42 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/scitech/report_pregnant-women-with-gum-disease-more-likely-to-give-birth-prematurely_1359235 http://www.dnaindia.com/scitech/report_pregnant-women-with-gum-disease-more-likely-to-give-birth-prematurely_1359235 The study of 160 women showed that those whose gum disease was not treated successfully were three times more likely to give birth before 35 weeks. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 07:23:43 GMT