Health & Medicine : Science World Report

Feb 16, 2014 11:28 PM EST

Health Check: Are Raw Food Claims Overcooked?

Eating only raw foods has emerged as a popular dietary trend. Proclaiming an emotive health message, it is enough to make you think twice before next adding heat to your food. But fear not – on the scales of health, there is little to tip the balance in either direction.

Feb 16, 2014 09:52 PM EST

14 Percent of Pregnant Women in U.S. Use Pain Pills during Pregnancy

Pregnancy can be a particularly crucial time for the development of the child and the overall well-being of the mother. As a great part of the future child's health depends on the welfare of the mother-to-be, many health officials often advise against expectant mothers taking certain medications, fo...

Feb 16, 2014 09:38 PM EST

Health Officials Warn California Residents of Measles Risk via Public Transit

After a student from the University of California, Berkeley was infected with measles when returning from a trip to Asia, health officials have since warned public transit commuters in San Francisco about the alerted measles risk.

Feb 16, 2014 09:25 PM EST

OvaEasy Dried Egg Products Recalled due to Possible Salmonella Contamination

Nutriom LLC in Washington State is recalling close to 226,710 pounds of processed egg products due to potential salmonella contamination. Local laboratories allegedly discovered the problem in response to a bill inquiry by Nutriom LLC, and notified the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service regardi...

Feb 16, 2014 08:59 PM EST

Fifth H7N9 Bird Flu Case Reported in Hong Kong

Wednesday in Hong Kong, a new case of the H7N9 avian flu was reported-making it the fifth case to be discovered in the city.

Feb 16, 2014 07:26 PM EST

California May Require Sugary Drinks to have Health-Warning Labels

Legislatures in California have proposed to put a health-warning label on sodas and fruit juice drinks.

Feb 15, 2014 09:29 PM EST

Scientists in Texas 'Grow' Human Lungs in a Fish Tank

As an estimated 1,600 are currently on the waiting list this year, a new medical breakthrough brings hope to address the health issue.

Feb 15, 2014 07:42 PM EST

Toxic Chemicals may be Linked to Autism

A recent study suggests that some children exposed to certain chemicals during childhood could increase their risk of Autism.

Feb 15, 2014 02:09 PM EST

Obesity Linked to Gut Microbes in Humans Living in Cold Regions

From an evolutionary biology perspective, causes and factors of obesity could be related to adapting to different environmental conditions. A study conducted by researchers at the University of California Berkeley and the University of Arizona Tucson has unveiled relative historical information.

Feb 15, 2014 02:19 PM EST

Are Major League Baseball and Biotech Era to Blame for Illegal Steroid Use?

Performance enhancing drugs have been an issue in professional baseball for what seems like a lifetime. From cocaine and amphetamine use in the 70s to the ritualistic routine PED use by guilty players such as Alex Rodriguez and Ryan Braun. Who is to blame?

Feb 15, 2014 09:39 AM EST