Health & Medicine : Science World Report

Oct 09, 2014 09:16 AM EDT

Mind-Controlled Prosthetic Limbs are Now a Reality in Daily Life

Scientists have been testing robotic, prosthetic limbs that can be controlled by an amputee's mind for a while now. Now, though, these prostheses may have become a clinical reality.

Oct 09, 2014 08:40 AM EDT

Amputees Can Sense Feeling of Touch with New Prosthetic Hand

Amputees may just be able to regain the sensation of touch, thanks to new technology. Scientists are looking at creating prosthetic limbs that can send electrical impulses so that the user can actually "feel" what they're touching.

Oct 13, 2014 12:39 AM EDT

Healthy Lifestyle Decreases Stroke Risk In Women

Women who regularly exercise are much less likely to suffer from strokes, according to recent findings published in the journal Neurology.

Oct 09, 2014 06:30 AM EDT

Men Twice More Likely to Die Post Hip Fracture: Study

A new report reveals that men face a two-fold mortality risk after a hip fracture as compared to women.

Oct 09, 2014 05:29 AM EDT

Study Links Skin Exposure to Early Risk for Food Allergies

An animal study revealed that skin exposure may contribute to early risk for food allergies.

Oct 09, 2014 04:56 AM EDT

Belfast Zoo Celebrates the First Red Panda Birth in 18 Years [VIDEO]

Belfast Zoo has welcomed the first baby red panda to be born there in more than 18 years.

Oct 09, 2014 04:10 AM EDT

Childhood Psychological Abuse Equally Harmful as Sexual, Physical Abuse

Children, who are neglected or emotionally abused, experience similar or worse mental health issues as those who are physically or sexually abused, a new study states.

Oct 09, 2014 03:34 AM EDT

Premature Death Linked with Obesity, Overweight is Similar for Blacks and Whites

In contrast to previous studies, a new research shows that the risk of premature death linked with being overweight or obese is similar for whites and African Americans.

Oct 09, 2014 03:25 AM EDT

Healthy Lifestyle Lowers Stroke Risk in Women by Half

Women can cut the risk of stroke by more than half by adhering to a healthy diet and lifestyle, a new study reveals.

Oct 08, 2014 01:38 PM EDT

Genetic Mutation Causes No Weight to be Gained with High Sugar Diet

Scientists are taking steps toward new methods of suppressing obesity. They've examined the effects of a high-sugar diet, and have now pinned down a key gene for drugs to target in order to curb weight gain.

Oct 09, 2014 02:43 AM EDT

Restaurants Are Working to Voluntarily Cut Calories From Menu Items

Recent findings published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine show that many large chain restaurants are cutting calories from their menus. More specifically, they have introduced newer food and beverage options, on average, that contain 60 fewer calories than their traditional menu selec...

Oct 08, 2014 11:23 AM EDT

Scientists Unlock Non-Coding Half of the Genome: The Mystery Behind 'Junk' DNA

Scientists may have just uncovered the secrets of an obscure swatch of human DNA that was once thought to be nothing more than biological trash. The new findings could shed light on complex genetic-related diseases, such as cancer and diabetes.