Now, smartphone photography to diagnose eye disease
Washington: Eyephone! A simple and inexpensive technique that uses smartphone photography can help diagnose eye diseases, scientists say. Retinal (or fundus) photography is an essential part of any ophthalmology practice. Commercial fundus cameras can cost tens to hundreds of thousands of dollars, making the technology out of reach for smaller ophthalmic practices and to physicians in third-world countries. In a recent study, researchers at
Fingers can tell if a person has suicidal tendencies!
Berlin: A simple test that measures the sweat gland activity of a depressed person can determine if he or she is suicidal – with 97 per cent accuracy - scientists say. German and Swedish researchers found blood pressure, blood circulation and a
Now, sensor-packed T-shirt to measure stress level, sleep
Washington: A new sensor-fitted T-shirt that analyses movement, breathing and heart activity, can measure stress levels throughout the day and also monitor sleep. The Hexoskin T-shirt and companion device, currently being developed in Canada, sends t
'Salt' jab may treat lower back pain
Washington: A saline injection in the spine may be more effective than steroids for treating lower back pain, scientists, including one of Indian-origin, have claimed. Researchers from Johns Hopkins University suggest that it may not be the steroids
Red grapes, blueberries may enhance immune function
Washington: Two compounds found in red grapes and blueberries may help boost the human immune system, a study has found. Resveratrol in red grapes and pterostilbene from blueberries could work with vitamin D to raise the activity of a gene called hum
Fat near heart can predict kidney patients' deaths
Vancouver: Fat deposits around the heart - which can be spotted through simple CT scans - can help predict the risk of death in patients with chronic kidney disease, research shows. The study, published in the journal Nephrology Dialysis Transp
Early talkers more likely to drink as teens
New York: Children with advanced verbal abilities are more likely to drink as adolescents, a new study has found. Finnish researchers conducted two surveys of twins, including a total of 5,457 families. Parents were asked to remember when each twin r
Alcohol does not cause depression: Study
Melbourne: Contrary to popular belief, alcohol does not cause depression, Australian scientists have found. Researchers also debunk the view that mild to moderate alcohol consumption may reduce the risk of depression. Until now it was be
Orange juice may keep cancer at bay
Washington: Drinking orange juice every day may help prevent cancer, new research has claimed. Orange juice has many potential positive effects when it comes to cancer, particularly because it is high in antioxidants from flavonoids such as hes
