Health & Medicine : Science World Report

Jul 31, 2014 12:46 PM EDT

Study Promotes Extensive Screening for 'Bubble-Boy' Disease

Statistics show that about one in 100,000 babies will we born with severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID) a genetic disorder that's been coined as the "bubble boy" disease. Previous studies have shown that for many dealing with this health issue that results in a greatly impaired immune system, a h...

Jul 31, 2014 12:03 PM EDT

Could Depression Increase the Risk of Dementia?

A recent study published in the journal Neurology shows that those who deal with depression may be at an increased risk for dementia.

Jul 31, 2014 11:07 AM EDT

A Diet Rich in Soy Keeps your Heart Healthy

Previous studies have boasted the benefits of soy. For many women going through menopause, research has shown that adding this food to your diet can reduce the risk of hot flashes and other related symptoms of the health issue. Now, findings published in the journal Menopause show that it could also...

Jul 31, 2014 10:58 AM EDT

DDT Exposure Linked to Obesity, Diabetes and High Cholesterol in Female Descendents

It turns out that pregnant mice who have been exposed to DDT are more likely to have female offspring that have an increased risk in obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol and related conditions.

Jul 31, 2014 10:00 AM EDT

Five Daily Portions of Fruits and Vegetables May Lower Your Risk of Death

Want to live longer? Then you may want to start eating more fruits and veggies. Scientists have found that eating five daily portions of fruit and vegetables is associated with a lower risk of death from any cause, particularly from cardiovascular disease.

Jul 31, 2014 04:54 AM EDT

Dieting at Young Age Leads to Poor Health Outcomes Later in Life

Females who take up dieting at a young age may suffer from poor health outcomes later in life, a new study reveals.

Jul 31, 2014 04:06 AM EDT

Tree Nuts Lower Blood Sugar Levels in People with Type 2 Diabetes

Including tree nuts in diet helps lower and stabilize levels of blood sugar in people with type-2 diabetes.

Jul 31, 2014 03:34 AM EDT

Prenatal Exposure to DDT ups the Risk of Metabolic Syndrome in Females

Female offspring born to mothers who were exposed to pesticide DDT suffer an increased risk of developing metabolic syndrome later in life.

Jul 31, 2014 03:07 AM EDT

Diverticulitis Patients Suffer Psychological, Physical Symptoms Even After Acute Attacks

People with diverticulitis continue to experience several psychological and physical symptoms long after severe attacks, a new study reveals.

Jul 31, 2014 01:07 AM EDT

Insomnia can Increase the Risk of Depression in Teens

Statistics show that millions around the world are affected by insomnia: a sleep disorder that's characterized by difficulties staying or falling asleep throughout the night.

Jul 31, 2014 02:45 AM EDT

Breastfeeding Reduces Chronic Inflammation Risk in Children

Young adults who breastfed for three months or more as babies are less likely to suffer from chronic inflammation linked with cardiovascular and metabolic diseases.

Jul 31, 2014 02:00 AM EDT