Health & Medicine : Science World Report

Apr 28, 2014 12:20 PM EDT

Better to Give Than Receive: Altruistic Teens Less Likely to Suffer from Depression

It really is better to give than to receive--especially when it comes to teens. Scientists have discovered that altruistic teenagers are less likely to suffer from depression.

Apr 28, 2014 10:36 AM EDT

Newly Discovered Genetic Disorder in Children Responsible for Strokes, Vascular Inflammation

A recent study identifies a newly discovered genetic disorder found in children.

Apr 28, 2014 03:29 PM EDT

Pancakes or Eggs? Pick a Breakfast High in Protein

Making protein a priority in your breakfast every morning plays a critical role in maximizing full health benefits, according to recent research presented at the American Society for Nutrition's Experimental Biology Conference.

Apr 28, 2014 09:54 AM EDT

Protein Power: What to Eat for Breakfast for a Healthier Diet

Eating breakfast is important, but exactly what you eat at breakfast can also have an impact on your health. Scientists have found that choosing an optimal amount of protein at breakfast may deliver far more benefits than choosing a less protein-rich option.

Apr 28, 2014 10:29 AM EDT

MERS Virus Outbreak Continues: 26 New Cases and 10 Deaths Over the Weekend

Saudi Arabia might need to have their meeting with the World Health Organization as soon as possible. A total of 26 news cases of the MERS coronavirus were documented in the Middle Eastern country over the weekend and resulted in 10 deaths.

Apr 28, 2014 08:24 AM EDT

Laughter Helps Fight Back Memory Loss, Study

Humour and laughter helps elderly people battle against memory loss, a new study reveals.

Apr 28, 2014 08:15 AM EDT

Swiss Air Lines Becomes World’s First ‘Allergy-Friendly’ Airline

For those with food allergy, air travel is a nightmare as the airline meals at times trigger allergy symptoms. But Swiss Air Lines is the world's first certified allergy-friendly airline.

Apr 28, 2014 06:26 AM EDT

Use of Alcohol and Marijuana Places Teens at Increased Risk for Unsafe Driving

Teens who consume alcohol and smoke marijuana suffer an elevated risk of unsafe driving, a new study reveals.

Apr 28, 2014 06:10 AM EDT

Women Who Received Chemotherapy Less Likely to be Employed 4 Years Later

A new study uncovers a growing trend among breast cancer survivors stating unemployment is common after chemotherapy.

Apr 28, 2014 12:57 AM EDT

Third of Childless Couples make Decision after One Conversation

For some couples, having kids just isn't in the cards. Yet according to researchers at Middlesex University, little to no talking may be necessary to come to this conclusion.

Apr 28, 2014 12:31 AM EDT

The Healing Powers of Sleep: How Rest Strengthens the Immune System

A recent study looks at the healing powers of sleep, particularly when it comes to strengthening the immune system.

Apr 27, 2014 04:35 PM EDT

Minnesota Senate Approves Bill Legalizing Marijuana for Medical Purposes

What was once a stalled proposal, Minnesota State senator Scott Dibble’s bill to legalize medical marijuana was approved yesterday in a 7-3 bipartisan vote, but it still faces opposition by the state’s governor, Mark Dayton.