Human : Science World Report

Dec 02, 2014 07:40 AM EST

Is That Burger Made of Horse Meat? New Test Detects if You're Eating Beef

There's been a lot of concern about horse meat finding its way into ground meat products. Now, there may be a new way to detect whether or not meat is contaminated.

Dec 02, 2014 01:13 PM EST

Education and Drug Abuse: Different Groups Abuse Different Types Of Medications

Some studies suggest that more highly educated individuals are less likely to abuse drugs and alcohol. Yet recent findings published in the journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology reveal that some college graduates are at an increased risk of abusing certain stimulant drugs and pain k...

Dec 01, 2014 03:12 PM EST

Scooters Top The List Of Dangerous Toys

Having a toy to play with can be a fun and beneficial for any child. Yet did you know that some can be dangerous?

Dec 01, 2014 02:39 PM EST

Sperm Quality Decreases With Age

Previous studies have suggested that sperm quality decreases with age. Yet recent findings published in the journal Aging Research Reviews show that men's semen quality declines with age, also lowering the chances of fertility.

Dec 01, 2014 01:10 PM EST

Metal In Local Groceries Can Increase The Risk Of Neurological Problems In Children

Exposure to calcium at low levels can increase the risk of decreased bone density and kidney dysfunction.

Dec 01, 2014 12:18 PM EST

Selfies, Social Media and Plastic Surgery: A New Phenomenon

Could too many selfies be saying something about insecurity? Whatever your selfie means to you, statistics show it means booming business for the plastic surgery scene.

Dec 01, 2014 11:53 AM EST

College Student With Peanut Allergy Killed By Cookies

Nineteen-year-old college student Chandler Swink has died from a severe allergic reaction to a peanut allergy. He had been in the St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Hospital since Nov. 18 and died there Wednesday after he was taken off life support according to Oakland University officials.

Dec 01, 2014 11:40 AM EST

Could 2-D Images Help Prevent Cancer?

Could 2-D Images help with cancer prevention? Health officials believe this could be particularly help for gastric cancers-the fourth most common cause of cancer in the world.

Dec 01, 2014 11:05 AM EST

Babies Who Sleep In Soft Bedding At Increased SID Risk

A nice soft surface may seem like the best place for your baby to sleep. Yet did you know that this could increase the risk of suffocation, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Dec 01, 2014 11:01 AM EST

Google Glass May Help Athletes Perform Better in Long Distance Races

It turns out that athletes that are exposed to subliminal visual cues during endurance exercise may perform significantly better than those who aren't. Scientists have discovered that these cues prime an athlete's body to continue to work.

Nov 29, 2014 04:50 PM EST

Mindfulness Group Therapy May Help Treat Anxiety, Depression

Group mindfulness may be helpful in treating depression and anxiety in certain patients. The findings are examined via a recent study that's published in the British Journal of Pysychiatry.

Nov 29, 2014 04:27 PM EST

Why Are You Crying? Some People Are Sad Even When They're Happy

Sometimes our emotions can be a little all over the place, which may explain why happiness oftentimes comes with a bit of tears. Recent findings published in the journal Psychological Science reveal that people who feel intense emotions may feel so overwhelmed that they can cry even if those feeling...