Representational image of a woman in a wheelchair at a subway station. — Freepik Scientists said on Monday that electrically stimulating a particular region in the brain could help people with injured spinal cords walk more easily, with one patient describing how the technique allowed him to conquer his fear of stairs. The new technique…
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PUBLISHED December 01, 2024 KARACHI: Is age one of the first things we notice about other people? Or is the first thing that sparks our curiosity as we notice the appearance of a person? Undeniably, we notice, how they dress, how their eyes, face, height and overall appearance is, how they style their hair and…
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Researchers from the University of British Columbia (UBC) have developed what’s being considered “a groundbreaking coating” that could make medical devices safer. For millions of patients, this could mean reducing the risk of thrombosis (or blood clot formation) and dangerous bleeding, according to a UBC press release. The new material, which is designed for tubing…
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The Amgen logo is displayed outside Amgen headquarters in Thousand Oaks, California, on May 17, 2023. Mario Tama | Getty Images Amgen on Tuesday said its experimental weight loss injection helped patients with obesity lose up to 20% of their weight on average after a year in a critical mid-stage trial, as the company races…
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It’s been said the best meals come from the heart, not from a recipe book. But at this USDA kitchen, there’s no pinch of this, dash of that, no dollops or smidgens of anything. Here, nutritionists in white coats painstakingly measure every single ingredient, down to the tenth of a gram. Sheryn Stover is expected…
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PUBLISHED November 24, 2024 KARACHI: Demand for organic baby food is increasing as Pakistan’s population grows more health-conscious. Nowadays, parents are more aware of what they feed their kids, especially babies when they are still developing. This growing concern is reflected in Pakistan’s organic infant food business, which combines traditional and contemporary health practices. Providing…
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When it comes to skincare, some common ingredients in the kitchen can make a world of a difference. One such easily available item is mustard seeds. These tiny powerhouses of nutrition are packed with essential vitamins and minerals that are not only healthy for your body but can do wonders for your skin as well….
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Aging is a natural process, but with the right skincare routine, you can maintain a glowing, youthful complexion well into your 30s, 40s, and beyond. As skin changes over time, incorporating targeted anti-aging practices becomes essential. Here’s a guide to building an effective anti-aging skincare routine that addresses common concerns like fine lines, uneven tone,…
TV presenter Davina McCall is out of intensive care and has made an “enormous leap forward” in the last 24 hours, following her surgery to remove a rare brain tumour. In an update on her Instagram account her partner Michael Douglas said: “Thanks so much to all the well wishers. She really has made an…
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Undated handout picture of a Bavarian Nordic research team member holding a test tube obtained by Reuters on August 16, 2024. Vaccine maker Bavarian Nordic expects the incoming Trump administration to boost biodefence funding despite the nomination of Robert F Kennedy Jr, a vaccine sceptic, as health secretary, the company’s CEO said on Friday. Shares…
