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Chrisy Ngilneii's Profile
B.Sc (Psychology), M.A (Sociology), Ph.D. (Epidemiology)
Chrisy is a Ph.D. Research Scholar at the University of Madras. Her area of specialization is in Epidemiology of Cancer. Writing is her passion. She has published scholarly articles on health topics in prominent journals, and had also edited two books in the academic field which are now available on view more..
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DNA-based Zika Vaccine Candidate May be Safe and Effective
An experimental Zika vaccine developed by government scientists at the National Institutes of Health is safe and induces an immune response in healthy adults.
New Tool for Evaluation of Age-related Cognitive Decline
A cognitive chart called the QuoCo (cognitive quotient) for evaluation of age-associated cognitive decline has been developed.
Association Between Vascular Disease and Varicoceles Found
Men who suffer symptoms from varicoceles, enlarged veins in the scrotum, are more likely to develop vascular disease and metabolic disease, such as diabetes.
Cancer Drug May Be Able to Eradicate HIV-Infected Cells
Cancer drug nivolumab leads to drastic decrease in HIV infection in lung cancer patient. Cancer drug may be able to eradicate HIV-infected cells.
Baldness and Premature Graying in Men: Risk of Heart Disease
Male-pattern baldness and premature graying associated with risk of early heart disease. Both are stronger risk factors than obesity.
