Human : Science World Report

Jun 12, 2014 04:13 AM EDT

Study Ties Poor Cardiovascular Health to Learning and Memory Deficits

People with poor cardiovascular health are at a greater risk of having memory and learning deficits.

Jun 12, 2014 04:03 AM EDT

Higher Intake of Dietary Protein Linked to Reduced Risk of Stroke

New research presents an effective strategy to lower the risk of stroke by adhering to a diet rich in protein.

Jun 13, 2014 11:26 AM EDT

CDC: 40% of Teens Admit to Texting While Driving

We know teenagers can sometimes be up to no good, but the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention can tell us exactly what they’re up to. Although smoking rates are down for the adolescents, many reported texting while driving.

Jun 11, 2014 08:03 PM EDT

Rise of Heroin Use in New York is a Major Concern for Governor Cuomo

The use of opioids (synthetic heroin) and pure heroin has been on the rise in the United States over the past 15 years. Most notably, the New England area and New York state have experienced an unprecedented increase in such drug use.

Jun 11, 2014 02:34 PM EDT

Massive 27-Pound Tumor Removed from Woman in 8-Hour Surgery

On Tuesday, a Georgia woman underwent surgery to have a massive 27-pound tumor removed from her stomach.

Jun 11, 2014 02:56 PM EDT

Rate of Smokeless Tobacco Use Remained Steady From 2005 to 2010

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention document the rates of the country’s health habits whenever they can gather sufficient data. This week, the agency’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly report examined smokeless tobacco use.

Jun 11, 2014 01:02 PM EDT

The Internet Didn't Kill the Newspaper: The Web Isn't Responsible for Dying Print

The Internet may actually not be responsible for killing the traditional newspaper trade. Scientists have found that the web may actually not have spurred the decline of print.

Jun 11, 2014 01:44 PM EDT

'Shoot for the Moon'--This Arizona Man did, Literally

Thank famous author Norman Vincent Peale for this untimely quote: "Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you'll land among the stars." While it's most likely meant to inspire strength, courage and diligence, some might take these two sentences a bit more literally. At least, Cameron Read did.

Jun 11, 2014 08:02 PM EDT

Sports Teams Might Not Benefit From Plentiful Talent

In light of the National Basketball Association (NBA) Finals as well as the FIFA World Cup, researchers at INSEAD (The Business School of the World) decided to find out whether or not more talent is essential in a team’s winning efforts.

Jun 11, 2014 01:35 PM EDT

PTSD Symptoms Can Be Relieved With Common Hypertension Treatment

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects about 7.7 million adults in the United States. New researcher conducted by Emory University found that a common hypertension treatment might be able to help PTSD patients in need.

Jun 11, 2014 12:44 PM EDT

'Miracle' Boston Twins Born 24 Days Apart with Help of Rare Procedure

Thanks to a very rare procedure known as delayed twin delivery, 35-year-old Boston mom Lindalva Pinheiro da Silva is now safe with her twin boys.

Jun 11, 2014 11:44 AM EDT

Excessive Consumption of Red Meat May Increase Risk of Breast Cancer

Previous studies have linked red meat to increased rates of cancer. Now, an observational study published in BMJ suggests that heavy consumption of this food could up the odds of breast cancer, in particular.