Health & Medicine : Science World Report

May 05, 2014 02:13 PM EDT

Florida Government Approves Medical Marijuana Legislation

On Friday the Florida State Senate passed a bill that will legalize the use of low-THC marijuana to treat patients with epilepsy and cancer. Governor Rick Scott is expected to sign the bill into law soon.

May 05, 2014 10:10 AM EDT

Baby Gate Injuries on the Rise in U.S.

Many parents have been advised to install baby gates as a safety precaution. However, a recent study shows that these devices could be more harmful than helpful.

May 05, 2014 11:24 AM EDT

Minimally Invasive Procedures can Help Peripheral Artery Disease

Many who deal with the symptoms of peripheral artery disease (PAD) may face certain limitations throughout their life. This circulatory problem that narrows the arteries also reduces blood flow to the limbs, and can even reduce blood flow to the heart and brain.

May 05, 2014 10:32 AM EDT

Children/Dental careFew Children Receive Proper Dental Care before First Birthday

A recent study shows that few children receive dental care before the recommended age of 1.

May 05, 2014 12:26 PM EDT

The Return of Polio: WHO Declares an International Public Health Emergency

The worldwide spread of polio is a cause for concern for the World Health Organization. The crippling disease is prevalent in African, Middle Eastern, and Asian countries. Its recent spread prompted the WHO to declare an international public health emergency.

May 05, 2014 12:44 PM EDT

WHO Debates Destroying Remaining Smallpox Vials in United States and Russia

The United States and Russia are the only two countries with remaining stockpiles of the smallpox virus, and since the disease was eradicated worldwide in 1979, the WHO is considering destroying the last of the disease’s remnants.

May 05, 2014 08:53 AM EDT

Anti-Appetite Molecule in Fiber that Impacts the Brain Could Combat Obesity

Want to suppress your appetite? Then eat more fiber. But why exactly does fiber help keeping you from going hungry? Scientists may have just discovered the reasons why.

May 05, 2014 08:33 AM EDT

Obese Teens at Risk of Nutritional Deficiencies: New Study

Obese teens are at a risk of nutritional deficiencies, irrespective of whether they have or haven't undergone weight loss surgery, a new study reveals.

May 05, 2014 08:19 AM EDT

Weight Loss Surgery Lowers Liver Damage, Study Reveals

A new study reveals a strong association between bariatric surgery and reduced liver damage.

May 05, 2014 08:13 AM EDT

Emu Oil May Have The Potential To Cut Bowel Cancer Rates

A groundbreaking research claims that Emu oil has the potential to lower the rates of bowel cancer.

May 05, 2014 05:57 AM EDT

Novel Vibrating Capsule Promises to Cure Chronic Constipation

A new oral vibrating capsule promises to cure constipation and also doubles the weekly bowel movements among those suffering from chronic constipation.