Health & Medicine : Science World Report

Jun 27, 2014 10:59 AM EDT

Sex Hormones and Menopause Linked to Bad Cholesterol Carriers and Risk of Heart Disease

As women enter menopause, their hormone levels change. Now, scientists have found that during this transition, the quality of a woman's cholesterol carriers degrades and leaves her at a great risk for heart disease.

Jun 27, 2014 11:45 AM EDT

Kids Choose Nasal Spray Flu Vaccine Over Traditional Shot

Most children and adults, for that matter, simply detest vaccine injections. Yet a report from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that some can be given via a nasal spray, instead. The research specifically exami...

Jun 27, 2014 07:47 AM EDT

Increased Nearsightedness Linked to Higher Education: Myopia's Severity and Prevalence Rise

Are you nearsighted? Then you may just have received more education than the average person.

Jun 27, 2014 07:29 AM EDT

TB Infection Underestimated Among Those Taking Corticosteroid Pills

New research found that among people taking corticosteroid pill, tuberculosis infection may be underestimated.

Jun 27, 2014 06:33 AM EDT

First Motorized Device Approved by FDA to Help People With Spinal Cord Injuries to Walk

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the marketing of the first motorized device that helps people with certain spinal cord injuries to walk.

Jun 27, 2014 06:16 AM EDT

Poor Quality of Sleep was Linked with Worse Brain Function in Older Adults

A new study highlights a strong association between sleep problems and poor memory and executive functioning in aging adults.

Jun 27, 2014 03:08 AM EDT

Milk and Egg Allergies Panic Parents More Than Peanuts

New research found that food allergies caused by milk and eggs is more worrisome when compared to peanuts.

Jun 27, 2014 12:17 AM EDT

Watching TV for Extended Periods Increases Risk of Mortality

A recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that watching television for extended periods could increase the risk of early mortality. Frequent time spent in front of a screen fosters sedentary behavior, which can increase the risk of other health issues.

Jun 26, 2014 11:11 PM EDT

Vitamin D Deficiencies Linked to Increased Risk of High Blood Pressure

A recent study published in the journal The Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology found a casual link between vitamin D deficiencies and increased risk of high blood pressure.

Jun 26, 2014 06:33 PM EDT

Alcohol Consumption Responsible for 1 in 10 U.S. Deaths: CDC

A recent report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that heavy alcohol intake accounted for about 1 in 10 American deaths for those between the ages of 20 and 64.

Jun 26, 2014 04:38 PM EDT

Women Seek Out Help for Mental Health Issues Before Men do

Many may seek out help from mental health services. However, a recent study conducted by researchers from St. Michael's Hospital and the Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences (ICES) showed that women were quicker to get help for a problem than men.

Jun 26, 2014 12:29 PM EDT

Acne Products and Allergic Reactions: Watch Out for Ingredients Active Benzoyl Peroxide and Salicylic Acid

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued a consumer update regarding certain over-the-counter acne treatments that could lead to potentially fatal allergic reactions. The organization specifically addressed concerns with products that use active benzoyl peroxide or salicyclic acid...