Human : Science World Report

Jun 13, 2014 01:07 PM EDT

Rare Genetic Mutations Increase Risk of Severe Scoliosis

Children who suffer from two genes linked to rare genetic mutations are four times more likely to develop a severe type of scoliosis than peers, according to a recent study published in the journal Human Molecular Genetics.

Jun 13, 2014 12:53 PM EDT

Could Female Hormones Contribute to the Obesity Epidemic?

A recent study conducted by researchers from Adelaide University's School of Medical Sciences examines how an imbalance of female sex hormones among men in Western nations could potentially contribute to higher levels of male obesity.

Jun 13, 2014 01:58 PM EDT

'Sex' Mobile Apps Increase the Risk of Sexually Transmitted Infections

With the rise of technology apparently comes a potential rise in sexually transmitted infections. Researchers in the United States found that smartphone apps helping someone look for casual sex partners are likely to affect one's sexual health.

Jun 13, 2014 05:31 PM EDT

Text Messaging may Help Diabetic Patients Improve Glycemic Control

Today's technological advances continue to be a blessing and a curse in our everyday lives. Yet a recent study, conducted by researchers at the Scripps Whittier Diabetes Institute, shows that texting may carry certain health benefits for diabetes patients.

Jun 13, 2014 04:48 PM EDT

6,000 Steps a Day Help Prevent Knee Osteoarthritis Limitations

Staying physically fit throughout life helps reduce the risk of certain health issues. Now, a recent study published in the journal Arthritis Care & Research examines how a little walking can greatly reduce functional limitations associated with knee osteoarthritis (OA).

Jun 13, 2014 08:37 PM EDT

June is PTSD Awareness Month: Testing, Treatments, and Symptoms

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects approximately 7.7 million adults in the United States, most of whom are military veterans. June is PTSD Awareness Month and various organizations are striving to teach the public more about the issue.

Jun 13, 2014 07:57 AM EDT

Immune Response Affects Memory and Causes Sleep Deprivation

New research found that it is not the illness but the immune response that causes sleep deprivation and affects memory.

Jun 13, 2014 07:52 AM EDT

Ketamine an Effective Drug in Suicide Prevention, Study Finds

In a new finding, Australian researchers discovered that ketamine that is used as an anesthetic is equally effective in preventing suicide.

Jun 13, 2014 07:41 AM EDT

Americans Who Survive Cancer Face Significant Economic Burden

Most of the cancer survivors in the United States experience a significant economic burden, according to a new federal report.

Jun 13, 2014 07:38 AM EDT

Teen Smoking Dropped to the Lowest Level in 22 Years, CDC

There has been a significant drop in the rate of cigarette smoking among high school students, the lowest since the survey on youth behavior began in 1991, according to the federal report.

Jun 13, 2014 02:38 AM EDT