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NASA astronauts to return to Earth: Know what happens to the body in deep space

NASA astronauts to return to Earth: Know what happens to the body in deep space

Bone and muscle deterioration, radiation exposure, vision impairment — these are just a few of the challenges space travellers face on long-duration missions, even before considering the psychological toll of isolation

18 March,2025 11:14 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
HKU1 virus not new, less likely to cause widespread infection: Experts

HKU1 virus not new, less likely to cause widespread infection: Experts

HKU1 was named after Hong Kong University where it was originally described in 2004. It is a species of coronavirus that affects humans and animals

18 March,2025 10:04 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Baiganwadi’s struggle for dignity: Report highlights neglect and health crises

Baiganwadi’s struggle for dignity: Report highlights neglect and health crises

Mumbai’s M East ward remains trapped in filth, disease and broken promises

18 March,2025 07:21 AM IST | Mumbai | Dipti Singh
Study finds new way of helping cells defend against cancer

Study finds new way of helping cells defend against cancer

With age, telomeres, which are protective caps at the ends of chromosomes, naturally shorten, signaling ageing cells to stop dividing -- a crucial safeguard against cancer

17 March,2025 02:08 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Ramzan 2025: Follow these 5 easy millet-based recipes to make popular dishes

Ramzan 2025: Follow these 5 easy millet-based recipes to make popular dishes

While some may have the time to travel all the way, others can opt to make the dishes at home

17 March,2025 12:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
From Covid to probiotics: Researchers reveal changes in gut microbiota

From Covid to probiotics: Researchers reveal changes in gut microbiota

Researchers found a significant decrease in beneficial bacteria, like Lacticaseibacillus and Bifidobacterium, in children who had COVID-19 compared to those who didn’t

17 March,2025 10:45 AM IST | New York | IANS
Scientists reveal key mechanism behind heavy-ion cancer therapy

Scientists reveal key mechanism behind heavy-ion cancer therapy

Heavy-ion therapy, a cutting-edge radiotherapy technique, uses heavy-ion beams to destroy cancer cells. Since the concept was proposed in 1946, over 50,000 patients worldwide have undergone heavy-ion treatment

17 March,2025 10:24 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Scientists report powerful virtual reality treatment for speech anxiety

Scientists report powerful virtual reality treatment for speech anxiety

On the platform, tailored course material develops key skills and life-like virtual reality training environments build confidence

17 March,2025 10:09 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
AI could predict true biological age from five drops of blood

AI could predict true biological age from five drops of blood

The team’s breakthrough study, published in Science Advances, offers a potential step forward in personalised health management, allowing for earlier detection of age-related health risks and tailored interventions.

17 March,2025 10:03 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Over 57 per cent of corporate men in India face Vitamin B12 deficiency: Study

Over 57 per cent of corporate men in India face Vitamin B12 deficiency: Study

Meanwhile, 49.9 per cent of women also exhibited deficiencies, emphasising the importance of dietary adjustments and supplementation for overall well-being

16 March,2025 10:01 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

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