Health & Medicine : Science World Report

Apr 15, 2014 07:26 AM EDT

Severe Sleep Apnea ups Risk of Stroke, Cancer, Death

People with severe to moderate sleep apnea appear to be at a higher risk of stroke, cancer and death than people without the disorder, according to a new study.

Apr 15, 2014 07:22 AM EDT

Pelvic Floor Exercises Effective in Treating Lifelong Premature Ejaculation in Men

A new study states pelvic floor exercise promises to be effective in treating men who have no control over ejaculation and have had lifelong problems.

Apr 14, 2014 07:10 PM EDT

Family Cuts Sugar Out of Diet

For most of us, we can't go a single day without some sugar. It's in just about everything we consume unfortunately. Yet for one family in particular, they imposed a "year of no sugar" rule.

Apr 14, 2014 06:30 PM EDT

Obesity Epidemic to Blame for Increased Number of Diabetes Cases in U.S.

As the obesity epidemic continues to progress, a recent study shows that the number of those affected by type 2 diabetes has also dramatically increased over the past 20 years. A condition that now affects over 20 million adults, researchers have found that nearly 10 percent of the U.S. population i...

Apr 14, 2014 04:31 PM EDT

Angry at Your Spouse? Blame Low Blood Sugar, Perhaps

Low blood sugar levels are enough to make anyone grouchy. Yet a recent study shows how just the right levels could help prevent bickering among married couples.

Apr 14, 2014 03:29 PM EDT

Are Young Fathers at Increased Risk of Depression?

Becoming a parent can be a difficult issue, particularly for first-time fathers. A recent study shows that fathers at a young age may be at a higher risk of depression during the first few years of their fatherhood.

Apr 15, 2014 12:16 AM EDT

Are More Doctors Prescribing Painkillers to Pregnant Women?

As many studies have shown the dangers of excessive opioid use, a recent study shows that in some cases, more doctors are prescribing more of the potentially harmful painkillers to pregnant women.

Apr 15, 2014 10:45 AM EDT

New York and United States Government Finalize $8 Billion Medicaid Agreement

Governor Andrew Cuomo signed the 2014-2015 New York state budget last Monday night, which featured a tax cut for state residents. A week later, Cuomo and legislators finalized an $8 billion Medicaid agreement with the federal government.

Apr 14, 2014 02:34 PM EDT

Why Are More Doctors Prescribing Opioid Painkillers to Pregnant Women?

Despite the widespread opioid addiction and misuse across the United States, more doctors are prescribing pregnant women the prescription painkillers even without knowing risk factors for the developing fetus.

Apr 14, 2014 10:44 AM EDT

FDA Regulations Coming Soon for E-Cigarettes? Health Issues Remain a Concern

Despite warnings over the effectiveness of e-cigarettes to combat tobacco addiction as well as the countless poisonings caused by the nicotine concentrated “e-juice,” the FDA still has yet to issue regulations for the new questionable product.

Apr 14, 2014 09:57 AM EDT

Not So Fast, Rookie Runners! Health Experts Suggest Taking New Routine Slowly

In temperate areas, especially the Northeast, the warm weather is finally resurfacing and many are eager to get out to enjoy it. As a result, newly motivated novice runners are being urged by health experts to take it slow in the beginning to avoid injuries.

Apr 14, 2014 08:24 AM EDT