Health & Medicine : Science World Report

Jun 01, 2014 07:28 PM EDT

Gene Defect may Determine Likelihood of Lung Cancer in Smokers

A genetic defect can greatly increase the risk of lung cancer, according to a report released by the Institute of Cancer Research in the United Kingdom.

May 31, 2014 07:29 AM EDT

Children of Divorced Parents Suffer an Increased Risk of Obesity

Children of divorced parents more likely to suffer from obesity, a team of Norwegian researchers reveal.

May 31, 2014 07:25 AM EDT

UV Lamps Used at Nail Salons Increase the Risk of Skin Cancer

Study ties higher wattage ultra violet lamps at nail salons to risk of skin cancer.

May 31, 2014 07:17 AM EDT

Adding Prunes in Diet Helps Reduce Weight

Including prunes in a diet helps lower excess body weight and helps reduce waistline, a new study reveals.

May 31, 2014 03:51 AM EDT

First Generic Version of Celebrex Capsules Approved by FDA

The U.S. health regulators have given a green signal to the first generic version of celebrex capsules that is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and other conditions.

May 31, 2014 03:36 AM EDT

King Richard III Suffered From Scoliosis, 3D Model Reveals

England's King Richard III did suffer from scoliosis, a newly created 3D model of the spine confirms.

May 31, 2014 03:25 AM EDT

Green Tea Lowers Risk of Pancreatic Cancer, Study

Green tea, one of the healthiest drink in the world, is known to lower the risk of pancreatic cancer.

May 30, 2014 09:36 PM EDT

Scientists Use Laser to Replenish Teeth in Laboratory Mice

A team of researchers at Harvard University believe they are on their way to revolutionizing the field of regenerative medicine. In a study using mice, rats, and human cells, the researchers used a laser to regrow teeth.

May 30, 2014 09:36 PM EDT

Doctors Will Create New Baseball App to Reduce the Frequency of Tommy John Surgeries

Due to the recent epidemic of UCL injuries among Major League Baseball (MLB) pitchers, Dr. James Andrews and Dr. Kevin Wilk are working to develop an iOS application to educate people on how to prevent throwing injuries.

May 31, 2014 06:49 AM EDT

Want to Lose Weight? Eat Some Prunes

Want to lose weight? Then you may want to try some prunes. Scientists have found that eating prunes as part of a weight control diet can actually improve weight loss.

May 31, 2014 06:49 AM EDT

Stress Impacts Male Fertility by Degrading Sperm Quality

Don't stress if you're trying to have kids. Scientists have found that psychological stress is harmful to sperm and semen quality, affecting its concentration, appearance and ability to fertilize an egg.

May 30, 2014 01:25 PM EDT

Antidepressants may Help Treat Hot Flash Symptoms of Menopause

While hormone replacement therapy can combat the onset of menopause, stressful symptoms may linger, including night sweats or "hot flashes" and increased anxiety.