Health & Medicine : Science World Report

Feb 13, 2015 01:36 PM EST

Alzheimer's Therapy Helps Prevent Neuronal Degradation

Medical research shows that patients with Alzheimer's, the most common form of dementia, simultaneously suffer from an early breakdown of cholinergic nerve cells that promote both cell growth and survival.

Feb 14, 2015 08:20 AM EST

New Telescopic Contact Lens May Lead to Better, Stronger Vision

Researchers have created a new prototype of a telescopic contact lens that may lead to better, stronger vision.

Feb 13, 2015 11:05 AM EST

'Fossilized' DNA May Store Humanity's Knowledge for Over a Million Years

Imagine using DNA to store knowledge--not just genetic knowledge, but also information about culture and technology. Now, scientists have found that it may be possible to use DNA to store large amounts of information in a compact manner.

Feb 12, 2015 04:36 PM EST

Could Short-Term Pollution Exposure Increase Suicide Risk In Men?

New findings published in The American Journal of Epidemiology show that middle-aged men are at the highest risk of suicide after exposure to short-term air pollution.

Feb 12, 2015 04:03 PM EST

Dogs Can Actually Read Emotions In Humans

Ever wonder how our pets seem to know just how we're feeling?

Feb 12, 2015 01:42 PM EST

Could A Stroke Signal Undetected Cancer?

Previous studies have suggested an increased stroke risk among cancer patients. New findings show that the opposite may also be true.

Feb 12, 2015 02:56 PM EST

The Brain's Internal Grid May Be Distorting Your Reality

The way your brain navigates is ultimately influenced by the shape of the environment around it. Researchers at the University College London have found that the brain's grid cells are modified by what's around us.

Feb 13, 2015 07:05 AM EST

Do Aphrodesiacs Work? This Valentine's Day, Try These Foods and Scents

Do aphrodisiac foods actually work? And which ones should you choose to eat? This Valentine's Day, we've taken a look at exactly what happens to your body when you eat these foods, and have pinpointed which ones you should eat to boost your mood.

Feb 12, 2015 02:29 PM EST

Your Eyes Are The Window To Your Stroke Risk, Literally

The eyes say it all-, at least when it comes to stroke predictions.

Feb 12, 2015 11:40 AM EST

A Runner's Achilles Tendon Can Handle Ups and Downs Better Than Expected

Runners have to be careful with their feet, especially when it comes to their Achilles tendon. Long distance runners can often injure this tendon during races; now, researchers have taken a closer look at this tendon and have found that it's stronger than previously thought.

Feb 12, 2015 02:19 PM EST