Health & Medicine : Science World Report

Apr 09, 2014 05:19 PM EDT

Procrastination: It's in the Genes

Don't blame lack of concentration just on laziness or impulsivity. Realize that your genes probably played a role somewhere in the mix.

Apr 08, 2014 12:39 PM EDT

Caffeine may Help Ward off Alzheimer's Disease

There's certainly nothing like a fresh cup of coffee to start off your day, and thanks to scientific studies, there are some added health benefits to beginning your morning with this breakfast beverage. Previous findings show that not only does coffee give you some much needed pep, but it also may h...

Apr 08, 2014 10:37 AM EDT

Daily Dose of Aspirin could Reduce Risk of Preeclampsia

Aspirin, an oral medication commonly used to treat mild to moderate pain, may also help prevent preeclampsia in women with high-risk pregnancies, according to a recent study.

Apr 08, 2014 07:38 AM EDT

Study Tracks Part of the Brain that is Linked to Gambling Addiction

Researchers at the University of Cambridge have identified the particular region of the brain called insula that is linked to gambling addiction.

Apr 08, 2014 06:11 AM EDT

Twitter Has Damaging effects on Romantic Relationships, Leads to Divorce and Infidelity

A latest study claims that Twitter users are more likely to experience Twitter-related conflicts that have a negative impact on their romantic relationships.

Apr 08, 2014 04:29 AM EDT

Green Tea Extract Enhances Cognitive Functions, New Evidence

Researchers are reporting new evidence that green tea extracts boosts cognitive function, in mainly the working memory.

Apr 08, 2014 03:52 AM EDT

FDA Warns Consumers to Stop Using Zi Xiu Tang Bee Pollen Capsules

Early this week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned the consumers to immediately stop consuming a weight loss product called Zi Xiu Tang Bee Pollen.

Apr 07, 2014 11:43 PM EDT

Wearable Electronic Skin Delivers Drugs and Stores Data

Average life expectancy has nearly doubled since 1800, thanks to progress in medicine. Most of that was made by developing drugs and improving public health services. The medical revolution of the 21st century is going to be different. With greater understanding of our genes, we will need treatments...

Apr 08, 2014 10:13 AM EDT

Biochemistry Research Finds Antibiotic Resistance Enzyme

Aminoglycosides are a class of antibiotics that doctors prescribe for serious or life-threatening infections. Biochemistry researchers found a mobile gene that is resistant to this class of antibiotics, which could put people at an unwanted risk.

Apr 07, 2014 07:51 PM EDT

FDA Approves Breakthrough Therapy Designation for Meningitis B Drug, Bexsero

Novartis, the worldwide provider of healthcare solutions, recently submitted Bexsero to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for approval. The new meningitis B drug has impressed the FDA and could be approved soon.

Apr 08, 2014 05:34 PM EDT

Mouthwash and Poor Dental Hygiene may Increase Risk of Oral Cancer

For those of us who pay too little attention to good dental hygiene, a recent study shows that making up with mouth wash may do more harm than good.

Apr 07, 2014 07:50 PM EDT

Next-Gen Glaucoma Treatment Shows Promise, Eye Doctors Say

Glaucoma, or abnormal functioning of the trabecular meshwork that causes intraocular fluid backup, affects over millions of people worldwide. A new study suggests that newer treatments will likely be effective in these patients.