Health & Medicine : Science World Report

Apr 10, 2014 04:03 PM EDT

Cognitive Decline may Decrease Risk of Cancer Mortality: Study

Aging can be a difficult process for anyone, particularly as elderly individuals notice diminishing signs of cognitive skills and mobility. Yet a recent study shows that there could be a small upside. For those dealing with the beginnings of dementia, researchers from University Hospital 12 in Madri...

Apr 10, 2014 02:03 PM EDT

Foster Farms-Linked Salmonella Outbreak: Rare Strain Resistant to Antibiotics

Foster Farms chicken is linked to a year-long salmonella outbreak that's sickened over 500 individuals in 25 states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The health organization warned that seven rare strains of drug-resistant Salmonella Heidelberg continue to be a seri...

Apr 10, 2014 03:23 PM EDT

'Selfies' and Psychological Disorders: Where it Turns into Narcissistic Addiction

For many, selfies can be a fun way to share cute or interesting looks throughout the media world. Yet for those obsessing over these small pictures, it can be a sign of mental illness.

Apr 10, 2014 10:45 AM EDT

Some Ebola Virus Patients in Western Africa Are Recovering

After nearly two months of panic and a mob attack on a medical facility in Guinea, some patients who were infected with the Ebola virus are recovering, which could restore hope that the spread of the deadly disease is beginning to wane.

Apr 10, 2014 05:03 PM EDT

Does Pop Music Increase Teen's Alcoholism Risk?

A recent study suggests that teens who frequently listen to pop patrons may be at an increased risk for alcoholism. According to researchers from the University of Pittsburgh, they showed that many songs promote binge drinking, which may cause some youths to be twice as likely to indulge in alcohol ...

Apr 10, 2014 01:13 PM EDT

Use of Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs may Increase Risk of Irregular Heart Beat

Many Americans commonly use non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), commonly prescribed to deal with different types of pain and/or inflammation. Yet a recent study shows that this group of pain relievers may be linked to an increased risk of atrial fibrillation, also known as a fast and ir...

Apr 10, 2014 07:29 AM EDT

Cover Your Nose! Sneeze 'Gas Clouds' Travel Far Further Than Previously Thought

t turns out that coughs and sneezes create gas clouds that keep potentially infectious droplets aloft for far longer than researchers previously realized.

Apr 10, 2014 06:57 AM EDT

Regular Aerobic Exercise Boosts Size of Hippocampus in Older Women

Researchers found that aerobic exercise may be beneficial for older women as it helps boost the size of the region of brain called hippocampus.

Apr 10, 2014 07:07 AM EDT

Study Ties Physical Activity with Reduced Risk of Hospital Readmission in Patients with Pulmonary Disease

Researchers have found out that adhering to moderate to vigorous physical activity lowered the hospital readmission within 30 days among those with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Apr 09, 2014 04:34 PM EDT

Could Online Gaming Help Scientists Find a Cure for Neurological Diseases?

Researchers at UC San Francisco are hoping to better understand the brain with the help of online games.

Apr 09, 2014 01:10 PM EDT

A Sticky Situation: FDA Cracks Down on Labeling of 'Blended Honey'

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a new guideline that will require companies to label any honey that is not pure. This will also include the labeling of foods with honey that may contain artificial sweeteners or added sugars.

Apr 09, 2014 12:33 PM EDT

Food Poisoning Risk Higher in Restaurant Food

Eating out can certainly be fun and entertaining, but a recent study shows that food poisoning may be twice as likely to occur in restaurant food than home-cooked meals.