 | People who get more fiber in their diet are less likely to have a stroke than those who skimp on the nutrient, according to a new review of existing research. |
 | Renal stones are one of the common afflictions of the kidney, especially in hot and dry conditions, according to Dr. Saurabh Singh, Specialist Urologist, Zulekha Hospital, Sharjah. |
 | A review of the best evidence for interventions to prevent declining brain power finds that only one - mental exercise - consistently makes a difference. |
 | A significant percentage of people afflicted with psoriasis, a severe skin condition, suffer from the emotional impact of the disease, said a top dermatologist at the Dubai Derma 2013 conference which is taking place at Dubai World Trade Centre. |
 | Following a Western style diet based on fried, sweet, processed and high-fat food products can reduce a person’s chances of achieving older ages in good health and with higher functionality, says a new study. |
 | Doctors can use a patient’s abdominal CT scans to also check for signs of the bone-weakening disease osteoporosis, according to a new study. |
 | A tiny magnetic bracelet implanted at the base of the throat is greatly improving life for some people with chronic heartburn who need more help than medicine can give them. |
 | Interrupting for a short period a protein responsible for immune functions can help boost the body’s immunity against viral infections like HIV and hepatitis C, says a new study. |
 | My child is taking inhalers daily as per the doctor’s advice since few months but still has attacks which need the reliever inhaler and nebulisation. Why is this happening? |
 | People who eat more raw fruits or drink juice do not necessarily have lower blood pressure, according to a new study that goes against previous evidence. |
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