Health & Medicine : Science World Report

Oct 19, 2013 07:41 AM EDT

Home Schooled Kids Leaner Than Traditionally Schooled Kids: Study

Children that are home schooled are leaner than the kids attending traditional school, states a new study that challenges the theory that claims children spending more time at home are susceptible to high risk of excessive weight gain.

Oct 18, 2013 11:19 PM EDT

High Blood Pressure during Pregnancy may Increase the Risk of Stroke

A recent study shows that high blood pressure during pregnancy could elevate the risk of a future stroke.

Oct 18, 2013 10:38 PM EDT

Salmonella Sensing System Detects Pathogenic Bacteria

Researchers may have discovered a new sensing system that can detect contaminated food materials that can potentially lead to food poisoning.

Oct 18, 2013 09:20 PM EDT

Cancer Mutations more commonly hit X Chromosome

A recent study looks at how cancer mutations often affect the x chromosome.

Oct 18, 2013 08:43 PM EDT

Tanning Gene p53 May Increase Risk of Testicular Cancer

A recent study shows that a tanning gene could be linked to an increased risk of testicular cancer.

Oct 18, 2013 03:48 PM EDT

Researchers Created Light Triggered Cancer Death Switch

University researchers have created a peptide (a small piece of protein), linked to a light-responsive dye, capable of switching 'on’ death pathways in cancer cells. The peptide remains inactive until exposed to external light pulses which convert it into a cell death signal.

Oct 18, 2013 02:05 PM EDT

Gut Bacteria Benefits Gastrointestinal Health: Study

A recent study takes an in-depth look at the benefits of bacteria for gastrointestinal health.

Oct 18, 2013 01:41 PM EDT

Man Cries Tears of Blood: Could it be Rare Medical Condition Haemolacria?

Scientists are currently plagued by a medical mystery. A young Tennessee man allegedly cries tears of blood without warning.

Oct 18, 2013 01:14 PM EDT

Low Dietary Fiber May Increase Cardiovascular Risk

A recent study shows an increased risk between low dietary fiber intake and cardiovascular risk.

Oct 18, 2013 11:17 AM EDT

New Advances in Engineering a 'Wildly New Genome'

Scientists have taken a leap forward when it comes to biotechnology. In two projects, they've created new genomes inside the bacterium E. coli in ways that test the limits of genetic reprogramming. The findings could increase the flexibility, productivity and safety in biotechnology.

Oct 18, 2013 11:15 AM EDT

U.S. FDA Rejects Alimera Eye Implant for Third Time

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has reportedly rejected Alimera eye implant for the third time due to various safety concerns regarding the product.

Oct 18, 2013 10:18 AM EDT

The Importance of Sleep: Brain Flushes Out Toxins During the Night

Sleep may be more important than you may have thought. Scientists have discovered that a good night's rest may clear the mind--literally. The space between brain cells may increase during sleep, allowing the brain to flush out toxins that build up during waking hours.