Health & Medicine : Science World Report

Oct 20, 2014 10:10 AM EDT

Chronic Diarrhea Helped With New Class Of Drugs

Researchers at the Imperial College London may have discovered a solution to chronic diarrhea-what's otherwise referred to as bile acid diarrhea (BAD) and oftentimes mistaken for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) by many doctors throughout the world. As statistics show that about one in 100 adults in w...

Oct 20, 2014 09:55 AM EDT

Herpes Simplex Virus Increases Risk Of Dementia

Infection of the herpes simplex virus may increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease, according to a recent study conducted by researchers at Umea University.

Oct 20, 2014 09:43 AM EDT

Smoking During Pregnancy Alters DNA and Stress Hormones in Newborns

Scientists have found that newborns of mothers who smoke cigarettes during pregnancy show lower levels of stress hormones, lowered stress response and alterations in DNA for a gene that regulates passage of stress hormones from mother to fetus.

Oct 20, 2014 07:04 AM EDT

Blind Cave Fish May Shed Light on Human Eye Diseases

Blind cave fish may just shed some light on eye disease and other human health issues. Scientists have examined these tiny eyeless fish and have found clues about the underpinnings of degenerative eyes disease and other issues.

Oct 19, 2014 10:48 PM EDT

Certain Birth Seasons May Increase The Risk Of Mood Disorders

Our birth month may ultimately determine if we're more likely to be at risk for certain mood disorders, according to findings that will be presented at the European College of CNP Congress in Berlin.

Oct 19, 2014 09:43 PM EDT

Enterovirus Infection May Increase Risk Of Type 1 Diabetes In Children

Children with the enterovirus infection are about 50 percent more likely to develop type 1 diabetes, according to recent findings published in the journal Diabetologia.

Oct 19, 2014 08:18 PM EDT

Low Testosterone In Diabetic Male Patients Increases Their Risk Of Heart Problems

Men with low testosterone may often experience low sex drive and depleted muscle mass. Yet recent findings published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism show us that diabetic men with low testosterone are also at a higher risk for certain heart problems.

Oct 19, 2014 07:54 PM EDT

Scientists Melt 'Love Handles' By Activating Brown Fat

Scientists may have discovered a cure for "love handles." You heard right!

Oct 18, 2014 07:12 AM EDT

FDA Should Regulate E-Cigarettes to Aid Demise of Traditional Cigarettes

Could e-cigarettes lead to the end of cigarette smoking? Scientists have announced that could very well be the case, though first the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) needs to prove that e-cigarettes are safe and regulate them.

Oct 17, 2014 11:23 PM EDT

Psoriasis Patients At Increased Risk Of High Blood Pressure

New findings published in JAMA Dermatology suggest that those suffering from psoriasis could be at an increased risk of high blood pressure, as well.

Oct 17, 2014 10:51 PM EDT

FDA Gives Approval For Testing Experimental Ebola Drug Among Infected Patients

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has just approved an antiviral drug in patients who have Ebola. The North Carolina drug maker, Chimerix, received clearance Thursday on how to proceed with a trial examining the safety and effectiveness of brincidofovir tablets in patients with the virus.

Oct 17, 2014 10:49 PM EDT

Constant Travel Increases The Risk Of Obesity

Being "on the move" and busy can help many individuals stay fit. Walking, biking and jogging are all easy ways to get to your destination while simultaneously getting in some much needed exercise. However, those who are constantly traveling--via airplanes or trains--are not going to be experiencing ...