Human : Science World Report

Nov 03, 2014 05:13 PM EST

Some Cancer Medications Increase The Risk Of Obesity

Anti-cancer treatments can be detrimental to the body in other ways many are not aware of. As health officials work to decrease the risk of tumor progression or mutating cells, certain medications can increase the risk of obesity--thus, triggering dangerous inflammation in response to immunotherapy.

Nov 03, 2014 04:49 PM EST

Could A Simple Blood Test Detect Cancer?

A new comprehensive study could help bring blood tests that actually detect cancer.

Nov 03, 2014 06:56 AM EST

The Sound of Your Voice May Determine Whether People View You as a Leader

How charismatic is your voice? Do you sound authoritarian or benevolent? While you may not think that the sound of a person's voice can impact the perceptions of others, you'd be wrong. It turns out that how you sound can greatly influence how others view you.

Oct 31, 2014 05:33 PM EDT

Fun And Games Helps Learning, Study Shows

Recent findings published in the journal Applied Physiology, Nutrition and Metabolism show that four minutes of physical activity can dramatically improve classroom behavior in primary school students.

Oct 31, 2014 05:22 PM EDT

The 'Magic' Of Magic Mushrooms: Brain Shows Hyperconnectivity

The brain's response to magic mushrooms produces a rather "magical" effect. Psilocybin, the psychoactive chemical found in magic mushrooms, produces serotonin receptors in the brain that disrupt communication networks, resulting in a trip. Yet understanding just how this transformation occurs could ...

Oct 31, 2014 04:49 PM EDT

Study Examines Why Sadness Lasts Longer Than Other Emotions

Human emotions are different for different individuals. Yet recent findings published in the journal Motivation and Emotion reveal that sadness is one of the most powerful and typically lasts the longest of others experienced.

Oct 31, 2014 04:36 PM EDT

Common Link Found Between Seizures And Migraines

Recent findings published in the Journal of Neuroscience have now linked seizures and migraines.

Oct 31, 2014 03:03 PM EDT

Men And Sex: Study Examines Extramarital Fantasies Of The Male Mind

For men, nothing is sacred when it comes to sex. Their brains just crave the most disgusting, bizarre and dangerous debauchery. And of course, science proves it.

Oct 31, 2014 02:19 PM EDT

Mom's Diet Determines Baby's Diet: Socioeconomic Status Influences Everything

What mom eats is often dependent on her socioeconomic background, according to recent findings published in the journal Pediatrics. This will ultimately determine what baby eats, too.

Oct 31, 2014 01:29 PM EDT

Halloween Safety: Your Guide To A Healthy, Informative Holiday

Halloween is a great holiday to share with family and friends. Make sure you're celebrating the holiday safely!

Oct 30, 2014 06:43 PM EDT

Physical Weakness May Be An Early Sign Of Kidney Failure

Physical weakness can be an early predictor of kidney failure, in some patients.

Oct 30, 2014 06:22 PM EDT

'Mind-Reading' Device Helps Decode Your Inner Thoughts

Scientists at the University of California, Berkeley have made a miraculous discovery. They've found out just how to decode the "spoken" words our minds play out in our inner voices by studying what's going on inside the brain.