London, Oct 27 (IANS) Feeling itchy - blame it on stress, which may activate immune cells in your skin and cause the familiar yet irritating sensation.

Washington, Oct 27 (IANS) Vaccinating mothers and family members against flu before the newborns leave hospitals, creates a “cocooning effect” to protect babies from the life-threatening virus, a research has found.

Washington, Oct 27 (IANS) Turning dreaded viruses into anti-cancer therapies is also fraught with concerns about their safety, but researchers have found a way of controlling them more comprehensively.

Washington, Oct 27 (IANS) Genetically modified tomatoes, rich in anthocyanins, extended the lifespan of cancer-prone mice, after being added to their diet, according to a study.

Toronto, Oct 27 (IANS) New immigrants to Canada, beware!

Dharamsala, Oct 26 (IANS) Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama has “lost hope of reaching an agreement with the present Chinese leadership over allowing more autonomy for the Buddhist region in Tibet” as there is no response from across the border regarding the next round of negotiations, an aide said here Sunday.

Kuala Lumpur, Oct 26 (IANS) Seventeen children from Malaysia who underwent heart surgery at a hospital in Bangalore, India, under a special programme have recovered and are doing fine, said Malaysian Health Minister Liow Tiong Lai.

Hong Kong, Oct 26 (DPA) Potentially toxic industrial chemical melamine has been found for the first time in eggs imported into Hong Kong from China, a media report said Sunday.