Health & Medicine : Science World Report

Jul 18, 2014 11:49 AM EDT

Breastfeeding Cut Short by Mothers who Return to Full-Time Jobs Following Maternity Leave

Returning to a full-time job after pregnancy could significantly strain the amount of time new mothers need for breastfeeding their babies, according to a recent study published in the Journal of Human Lactation. Researchers found that for many mothers who planned on returning to their job full-time...

Jul 18, 2014 11:24 AM EDT

Does Alcohol Make You More Popular? Binge Drinkers Take the Social Spotlight

If you want to become popular, have another beer?

Jul 18, 2014 10:58 AM EDT

Eat Some Lean Beef: It's Good for Your Heart

Previous studies have linked red meat consumption to an increased risk of cancer, heart disease and other health issues. Now, recent findings published in the Journal of Human Hypertension shows that eating lean beef can actually reduce the risk of heart disease, in some cases.

Jul 18, 2014 10:34 AM EDT

Two Genes Responsible for Treatment Rejection in Bowel Cancer Patients

Researchers at Queen's University in Belfast discovered two genes that cause bowel cancer cells to resist treatments used against the disease. Their findings, published in the journal Cell Reports, give a glimpse of how blocking these genes can prolong the survival of these patients.

Jul 18, 2014 11:36 PM EDT

CDC Ranks Physical Fitness throughout the U.S.: Not All States Make the Cut

Some states are more physically active than others. The State Indicator Report on Physical Activity for 2014 that's released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that activity levels vary greatly throughout the country.

Jul 18, 2014 09:32 AM EDT

New Study Reveals Asthma Drugs May Suppress a Child's Growth

Could asthma drugs suppress a child's growth? Scientists have found that corticosteroid drugs that are given by inhalers to children may actually do just that.

Jul 18, 2014 11:58 AM EDT