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Can the new cases of celiac disease be attributed to wheat: Know the real cause

Celiac disease is an abnormal immune reaction to gluten. Gluten is a protein found in grains, mainly in wheat, rye, barley and spelt. 30-40 new cases have been reported every month in just one state.

Survey: Indians lose their sleep due to technology

A study led by Philips India Ltd highlighted the need for good sleep for better health. The study aims at raising awareness and innovate interventions about sleep health.

HIT Platelet Helpline 78 78 78 20 20 to save lives of Dengue patient

Godrej HIT & Apollo Hospital has taken an initiative to build an online community of Platelet Donors to save lives of Critical Dengue Patients. Currently the community stands at 1L+ donor base. HIT has launched a platelet helpline number which is 78 78 78 20 20.

Study: Daytime Sleepiness Could be a Sign of Alzheimer's Disease

A new research discovered that extreme sleepiness during the day among the elderly who had normal cognitive abilities is linked to the buildup of amyloid plaques in the brain

Rajasthan on an alert as cases of Zika virus increase to 22

The number of cases of Zika virus in Jaipur are rising tremendously. The Union health ministry is taking preventive measures to control the spread of the disease. Zika virus is a mosquito borne disease which starts with very mild symptoms like fever, rash or joint pain.

A Breakthrough in the Fight Against Prostate Cancer

Experts from Britain’s Queen’s University Belfast claim that they have found a drug that will boost the immune system to kill deadly cells of cancer as soon as they appear.

Nutritious Diet may not be able to save you from the side effects of high salt intake

Type-2 Virus Found in Polio Vaccines can put Children at Risk

Three batches of polio vaccines consisting of 1.5 lakh vials have been found contaminated with type 2 polio virus, which has increased the risks of polio in children born after April 2016.

New blood donation guidelines: Male donors may have to fill in extra details

According to the new blood donation guidelines, male donors now have to fill out a screening questionnaire about their sexual life and whether they have multiple partners.

Human Skin Bacteria May Help Fight Skin Cancer: Study

A study suggests that a commonly found skin bacteria on a healthy human skin may help in the fight against skin cancer.