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A recent study finds that targeting a specific protein within the fat cells of mice reverses type 2 diabetes Islamabad (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / Online -) A recent study finds that targeting a specific protein within the fat cells of mice reverses type 2 diabetes. The results also show that the protein can prevent the disease from developing.Since …

Researchers have found that nilvadipine, a drug that doctors regularly use to treat hypertension, may help people with Alzheimer’s disease by increasing blood flow to the brain Islamabad (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / Online – ) Researchers have found that nilvadipine, a drug that doctors regularly use to treat hypertension, may help people with Alzheimer’s disease by increasing blood …

According to one new study, having high levels of calcium in the coronary arteries could be responsible for detrimental changes to the structure of the heart Islamabad (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / Online – ) According to one new study, having high levels of calcium in the coronary arteries could be responsible for detrimental changes to the structure of …

ISLAMABAD: Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (Drap)’s decision to keep the maximum retail price (MRP) of generic drugs 15pc less than the originator brands has triggered rumours on social media that it would make around 6,000 medicines dearer. However, the authority advised patients and stakeholders not to rely on social media as it was being used to create unrest in …

A private medical institute Saturday set up a liver transplant camp here to provide free check-up and appropriate guidance to the patients of liver diseases ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – APP – ) :A private medical institute Saturday set up a liver transplant camp here to provide free check-up and appropriate guidance to the patients of liver diseases. …

Centre of Biomedical Ethics and Culture (CBEC) of Sindh Institute of Urology and Transplantation (SIUT) is holding an international conference and workshop in collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO) on June 24-25, at 9 a.m, at SIUT here KARACHI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – APP –  ) :Centre of Biomedical Ethics and Culture (CBEC) of Sindh Institute of …

New observational research indicates an association between a lower risk of precancerous growths (adenoma) in the bowel and yogurt consumption patterns in men, at least Islamabad (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / Online – ) New observational research indicates an association between a lower risk of precancerous growths (adenoma) in the bowel and yogurt consumption patterns in men, at least.Estimates …

How many paid hours per week does a person need to work to maintain good mental health? That is the question a new study aimed to answer, and the findings suggest that shorter work weeks and longer weekends could be most beneficial Islamabad (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / Online -) How many paid hours per week does a person …

Brazilian scientists conducted a study on mice and found that strength training can reduce liver fat and improve blood sugar levels in people with diabetes Islamabad (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / Online – ) Brazilian scientists conducted a study on mice and found that strength training can reduce liver fat and improve blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.Insulin …

Provincial Secretary Specialized Healthcare and Medical Education (SHME) Momin Agha has assumed charge LAHORE, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – APP – ) :Provincial Secretary Specialized Healthcare and Medical education (SHME) Momin Agha has assumed charge. He served as a secretary Information and Culture, Higher Education and Commissioner Faisalabad along with other important portfolios. Momin Agha had a meeting with …