Health & Medicine : Science World Report

Nov 06, 2013 11:29 PM EST

Buffet-Line Biases Predict Food Selection

As many people around the world often pick the all-you-can-eat buffet style when dining out at a restaurant, what most are unaware of is that the foods they chose while waiting in line to fill their plate are subconsciously influenced by what the person in front of them picks.

Nov 06, 2013 04:15 PM EST

Osteoarthritis Medication Delivered via Gel, Released via Joint Compression

Scientists have now discovered the development of a squishy gel that when compressed, works to release inflammatory medicine to painful joints. With the help of future studies, researchers believe that this product could someday deliver medications when and where osteoarthritis patients need it most...

Nov 06, 2013 03:18 PM EST

Could 'Tearless' Unions Help in the Fight Against Cardiovascular Disease?

A recent study shows how tearless onions could help in the fight against cardiovascular disease and weight gain.

Nov 06, 2013 12:27 PM EST

Educational Video Games Help Students with Math Skills

Though video games can often be a distraction from chores or school work, a recent study shows how they can also be a motivator help enhance children's math learning skills.

Nov 06, 2013 12:06 PM EST

Postoperative Pain may Increase Risk of Cognitive Impairment

Pain experienced following a difficult surgical procedure may impair both learning and cognitive functioning. An animal study from the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) looks at a probable mechanism for pain-induced cognitive impairment and suggests possible ways to target potential preventive me...

Nov 06, 2013 11:36 AM EST

Surgeon All-Nighters don't make Next-Day Procedures more Risky

Sleep plays a critical part of our everyday health. Everyone needs a good night's rest to properly reguvinate and function during the next day.

Nov 06, 2013 11:08 AM EST

Eating Disorders: More Male Adolescents Struck by Body Image Issues

A recent study shows how more teenage boys are affected by body image issues that often lead to eating disorders.

Nov 06, 2013 10:18 AM EST

China's Toxic Smog to Blame for 8-Year-Old Girl's Lung Cancer Diagnosis

Smog pollution has become a serious problem in China. It's estimated that levels of deadly pollutions have risen to 40 times the recommended exposure limit in Beijing and other cities around the area, striking fear in parents who are taking alternate steps to prevent their children from the harsh co...

Nov 06, 2013 08:20 AM EST

Brain Aging Linked to Genes: Cognitive Decline Revealed with New Study

As we age, our brain function can decline. Numerous studies have been devoted to finding out ways to either slow or halt this process. Now, though, scientists have discovered a major factor behind this decline; it turns out that it's largely influenced by genes.

Nov 06, 2013 09:35 AM EST

Maggot Infested Wig Taken From Corpse Chews onto Kenyan Woman’s Skull

A latest shocking story of a Kenyan woman may dampen women's obsession for human hair weave that appears to be a growing trend. A Kenyan woman was fitted with maggot infested human hair weave, taken from corpse that gnawed into her skull.

Nov 06, 2013 07:16 AM EST