Health & Medicine : Science World Report

Feb 05, 2014 03:04 PM EST

Poll Reveals Only 35 Percent of People Would Seek Genetic Testing for Cancer

A national poll revealed that the American public was divided on genetic testing that would predict their likelihood of developing hereditary cancer. Only 35 percent of people said they would compared to 34 percent that said they wouldn’t.

Feb 05, 2014 01:45 PM EST

New, Deadly Bird Flu Claims First Victim in China

The H10N8 strain of bird flu has resulted in the death of an elderly Chinese woman. Although she died on Dec. 9, it wasn't until now that the cause behind her death was revealed.

Feb 06, 2014 12:40 AM EST

Your Memory Rewrites the Past to Live and Deal with the Present

A recent study shows that our brain may actually edit past memories in order to help them relate to the present.

Feb 05, 2014 01:45 PM EST

Syringe Seals Gunshot Wounds in 15 Seconds

Gunshot wounds experienced by those in battle or in gun accidents may be fatal if not treated properly and in a certain amount of time. And unfortunately, statistics show that it may be particularly difficult to stop bleeding from the wound with gauze alone, meanwhile removing foreign matter from th...

Feb 05, 2014 12:40 PM EST

Baby, You Can Drive My Car...Unless You're Stoned: Driving High

Putting paranoia and the munchies aside, many stoners might suggest that driving under the influence of marijuana could actually be safer than driving stone-cold sober. Their reasoning? A little ganja might actually make them drive under the speed limit . That paranoia? Well, it might make them pay ...

Feb 05, 2014 01:00 PM EST

Healthy Choice Chicken Soup Recall: Product Mislabeled

The Microwaveable Healthy Choice Chicken Noodle Soup products have been misbranded as Microwaveable Healthy Choice Chicken with Rice Bowl Soup, which could potentially cause a health issue for those that may have wheat or egg allergies or who are gluten-intolerant.

Feb 05, 2014 11:25 AM EST

CVS Will Stop Selling Tobacco in 2014

CVS Caremark Corp. has announced this morning that their 7,600 stores nationwide wide will no longer sell cigarettes or any other tobacco products. The decision will go into effect in October. They are the first drugstore chain in the United States to make this decision.

Feb 05, 2014 09:08 AM EST

New Study Warns Thirdhand Smoke Could Cause Massive Health Damage

New study unveils the health hazards of Thirdhand smoking -residues and deposits of cigarette smoke that sticks to indoor surfaces.

Feb 05, 2014 07:44 AM EST

Research proves Parents of Obese Children Underestimate their Excess Weight

A new study reveals nearly 51 percent of the parents of overweight or obese children don’t think their children have a weight problem.

Feb 05, 2014 07:37 AM EST

Brain Study Shows, Memories are Inaccurate for Courtroom Testimony

Memories can be altered by new experiences and may not be accurate for courtroom testimony says the new research.

Feb 05, 2014 07:30 AM EST

Mediterranean Diet Linked to Lower Risk for Cardiovascular Diseases Among U.S. Firefighters

The traditional Mediterranean diet has long been touted as a healthy eating plan. A latest study offers another strong reason to switch to Mediterranean diet stating, consumption of Mediterranean diet is linked with lower risk factors for cardiovascular diseases.

Feb 05, 2014 12:50 AM EST

Coed or Single-Sex School? Study Shows no Difference in Academic Performance between Two

Though some parents may think it best to send their children to a same-sex school in order to eliminate any distractions that come with the opposite sex, a recent study shows that there may not be much-if any-truth to this idea.