Health & Medicine : Science World Report

Aug 07, 2014 08:37 AM EDT

The Underlying Workings of Muscle Function may Reveal How to Treat Heart Failure

Could the underlying workings of muscle function help researchers better understand how to treat heart failure?

Aug 07, 2014 03:56 AM EDT

Aggressive Adolescents More Likely to Abuse Alcohol

Adolescents who behave aggressively are more likely to abuse alcohol as compared to their peers, a team of Finish researchers stated.

Aug 07, 2014 07:06 AM EDT

Loss of Sensation in Feet Linked to Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke in Diabetics

A team of researchers stated that loss of sensation in feet is a predictor of cardiovascular disease and stroke among diabetes patients.

Aug 07, 2014 09:10 AM EDT

Smoking Bans in Prison Tied to Lower Death Rate

A new U.S. study reveals that smoking bans in prions is linked to significant reduction in deaths from smoking related causes.

Aug 07, 2014 07:26 AM EDT

Exposure to War-Torn Environments Has Damaging Effect on Psychology of Young People

A team of researchers have examined the impact of exposure to war-torn environments on adolescents and found that it has a long-term damaging effect on the psychology of young people.

Aug 07, 2014 06:13 AM EDT

Study Confirm Link Between Deficiency of Vitamin D and Dementia

A team of international researchers found that deficiency of vitamin D is linked with elevated risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease in older adults.

Aug 07, 2014 03:34 AM EDT

FDA Approved Orbactiv to Treat Adults With Skin Infections

The FDA panel has approved a new antibacterial drug called Orbactiv to treat adults with skin infections.

Aug 06, 2014 06:09 PM EDT

Rare Gene Mutation PALB2 Increases Breast Cancer Risk

Researchers have discovered that a rare gene mutation called PALB2 greatly increases the risk of breast cancer. Carriers hold a one in three chance of developing breast cancer by age 70.

Aug 06, 2014 04:35 PM EDT

'Gluten-Free' Labels Now FDA-Regulated: A 'Major Milestone,' Say Celiac Disease Experts

Those suffering from Celiac disease can breathe a sigh of relief. New requirements met by FDA standards have worked to make sure that products with a "gluten-free" label are actually gluten free.

Aug 06, 2014 02:38 PM EDT

Are You a Narcissist? Study Reveals Level of Self-Obsession with a Single Question

Could one simple question determine whether an individual carries narcissistic tendencies?

Aug 06, 2014 11:47 AM EDT

Childhood UTI's Increase Risk of Kidney Failure Later in Life

Urinary tract infections remain relatively common among children, making it one of the most serious bacterial infections. A recent study published in the JAMA Pediatrics found that for younger children, it can even result in kidney failure later in life.

Aug 06, 2014 11:17 AM EDT

There is No Link Between Sleep Apnea and Elevated Cancer Risk

Sleep apnea has been linked to a host of other health issues. Research shows that it may increase the risk of stroke and cognitive impairment, among other medical concerns. Yet a new study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal shows that despite previous findings, there is no link be...