Health & Medicine : Science World Report

Oct 06, 2014 06:52 AM EDT

1 in 3 Adults Suffer From Sarcopenia - Progressive Muscle Loss

New research found that 1 in 3 of adults of age 50 and older suffer from progressive muscle loss that hinders their ability to lead a complete and active life.

Oct 06, 2014 05:00 AM EDT

Mini Stroke Ups Risk of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Study Finds

A mini stroke appears to be associated with an increased risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder, according to a new study.

Oct 06, 2014 04:55 AM EDT

Humans Responsible for Plummeting Numbers of Cheetah in Wild

The decline in the number of Cheetahs is attributed to the excess energy expended by the animal in combating human activities in its domain, says a study.

Oct 06, 2014 04:48 AM EDT

Innovative Stroke Patient Management System Reduced Hospital Bed Usage by Over 25 Percent

The usage of hospital bed by stroke patients has dramatically reduced with the introduction of the innovative patient management system.

Oct 06, 2014 04:07 AM EDT

Sleep Disturbances Linked to Pain and Depression Among Patients with Osteoarthritis

Researchers confirm a strong association between sleep disturbances and pain and depression among patients with osteoarthritis.

Oct 06, 2014 01:07 AM EDT

FDA Does Not Properly Regulate Medical Devices, Report Reveals

Recent findings published in JAMA Internal Medicine show that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) doesn't always do the best job regulating medical devices.

Oct 06, 2014 12:45 AM EDT

More Breast Cancer Patients Choosing To Have Reconstructive Surgery

Recent findings published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons show that many breast cancer patients are choosing to have breast reconstruction surgery immediately following a mastectomy.

Oct 06, 2014 12:21 AM EDT

Functional Limitation Associated With Knee Osteoarthritis Helped By Walking

Recent findings published in the journal Arthritis Care & Research show that walking can help to reduce functional limitation for individuals dealing with knee osteoarthritis.

Oct 04, 2014 04:41 AM EDT

Resistance Exercise Helps Boost Episodic Memory

Study finds that intense workout helps boost long term memory for previous events.

Oct 04, 2014 04:31 AM EDT

Study Links Marijuana Use to Lower Mortality Rate among Patients With Traumatic Brain Injuries

Researchers found that patients with traumatic brain injuries using marijuana are more likely to survive.

Oct 03, 2014 05:23 PM EDT

Do Prescription Drug Abusers Know What To Do In The Case Of An Overdose?

Statistics show that throughout the United States and several other countries, prescription drug abuse is rampant. However, for many prescription drug abusers, they are quite unaware of how to react to the serious symptoms and health consequences of an overdose.

Oct 03, 2014 05:16 PM EDT

Vitamin D Supplements May Help To Alleviate Winter-Related Atopic Dermatitis in Children

Some children suffer from winter-related atopic dermatitis--a chronic inflammatory disorder of the skin that makes victims uncomfortable and more prone to a vulnerable bacterial infection.