Health & Medicine : Science World Report

Jul 07, 2014 11:29 AM EDT

Dental Pulp Stem Cells Help Regenerate Retinal Ganglion Cells following Injury

By isolating stem cells from teeth, researchers from the University of Birmingham, UK, have found that dental pulp cells can actually help protect retinal ganglion cells (RGCs) from death following injury. They can even promote regeneration of axons along the optic nerve.

Jul 07, 2014 10:11 AM EDT

Molecule Helps Block the Spread of Secondary Tumors

Certain cancer cells may be more dangerous than others, as some carry the potential to metastasize and cause secondary tumors throughout areas of the body.Now, scientists may have discovered how to stop these deadly growths by triggering chemical signals that can block the spread of future tumors. T...

Jul 07, 2014 11:41 AM EDT

Size of Newborns Similar in Healthy Pregnancies Around the Globe

Previous studies have suggested that ‘race' or ‘ethnicity' are primarily responsible for different sizes of newborns. Now, a recent study conducted by researchers at Oxford University shows that health may be the principal reason for various sizes. The results are part of a landmark internationa...

Jul 07, 2014 09:01 AM EDT

New Gene Activates Regeneration in Flatworm Planarians to Regrow a Head

Scientists have discovered a new gene, called zic-1, that enables stem cells to regrow a head after decapitation in flatworm planarians.

Jul 07, 2014 09:07 AM EDT

Babies Born to Healthy Mothers Similar in Size

Babies Born to Health Mothers Similar in Size

Jul 07, 2014 07:47 AM EDT

Children Raised by Same-Sex Couples Are Healthier, Study

Children raised by same-sex couples are healthier as compared to children raised by heterosexual parents, a new Australian study reveals.

Jul 07, 2014 05:00 AM EDT

Researchers Develop 'Nanojuice' That will Help Doctors Examine the Gut

A new imaging technique, which is still being developed, might enhance the identification, understanding and treatment of gastrointestinal ailments, a new study reveals.

Jul 07, 2014 02:35 AM EDT

18 Percent of American High School Seniors Smoke Hookah, CDC Report

A latest report states that most American youth are turning to smokeless tobacco products such as hookah.

Jul 07, 2014 12:52 AM EDT

Salmonella Recall Expanded for California Chicken

A salmonella outbreak that's been linked to tainted Foster Farms chicken has reportedly sickened at least 621 people in 29 states. Health officials are urging the firm to recall days' worth of poultry produced and sold in March.

Jul 07, 2014 12:24 AM EDT

Steroid Shots Give Little Help for Treating Chronic Back Pain

Steroid shots may help in treating chronic back pain. However, a recent study published in The New England Journal of Medicine found that for many patients, the shots were not so effective for reducing pain.

Jul 06, 2014 11:38 PM EDT

Aerobic, Resistance Training Workout Regimen Most Beneficial for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes

For patients dealing with the effects of type 2 diabetes, exercise and a healthy diet are essential to overall health and well-being. However, a recent study published in the journal Diabetologia found that some workout regimens may be better than others. Austrian researchers discovered that combini...

Jul 07, 2014 06:16 AM EDT