Kathleen Lees : Science World Report

Jan 14, 2015 03:48 PM EST

Cat People Are A Little Neurotic, Study Shows

It's human instinct to coddle your children every once and a while, but bombarding them with phone calls, mandatory check-ins and overall, anxiety provoking instances, can disrupt future success as an independent adult. For parents who are excessively clingy and overprotective, it might be best to b...

Jan 14, 2015 02:59 PM EST

'Robot Coach' Teaches Senior Citizens Exercises

Members at Lions Befrienders Senior Activity Centre at Mei Ling Street no longer have to wait for their scheduled workout regimen, thanks to the development of the new robot, named Xuan.

Jan 13, 2015 11:52 PM EST

Could Lunch After Recess Help Kids Eat More Fruits And Veggies?

New findings published in the journal Preventive Medicine illustrate how school kids can incorporate more fruits and vegetables into their diet. All it may take is having lunch after recess instead of before.

Jan 13, 2015 11:36 PM EST

The Scent Of Lavender Helps You Trust

Could the smell of lavender increase trustworthiness? Recent findings published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology suggest that the scent of this flowering plant can promote relaxation, which can, in turn, help promote mutual trust. Previous studies have even shown that such aromatic compounds c...

Jan 13, 2015 11:08 PM EST

10 Percent Of Heart Clinic Patients Misuse Aspirin

Statistics show that close to 10 percent of patients are abusing aspirin when it comes to primary cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention. Findings published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology revealed that over 72 percent of patients had missed variables that should have been pres...

Jan 13, 2015 10:27 PM EST

New Gluten-Free Pizza By Pizza Hut Gives Patients With Celiac Disease An Alternate Flavor

A new gluten free pizza by Pizza Hut could mean numerous possibilities for patients suffering from celiac disease-an autoimmune disorder that can occur in patients who are genetically predisposed to the ingestion of gluten that may harm the small intestine. Statistics estimate that this health issue...

Jan 13, 2015 08:58 PM EST

Higher Altitudes May Decrease Lung Cancer Rates

Though lung cancer is typically linked to smoking and other environmental factors, new findings published in the journal PeerJ show that atmospheric oxygen can have a significan role in lung carcinogenesis.

Jan 13, 2015 08:48 PM EST

Metabolic Syndrome Increases Risk of Endometrial Cancer Regardless Of Weight Issues

New findings published in the journal Cancer Epidemiology Biomarkers & Prevention have shown that older women with metabolic syndrome are at an increased risk of endometrial cancer.

Jan 13, 2015 08:44 PM EST

Learning A Second Language After 10 Boosts Your Brain Power

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Jan 13, 2015 08:39 PM EST

Head Start Programs Are Good For The Mind And The Body

Previous studies have shown that head start programs can help children excel in school. Yet did you know it can also help them fight obesity, too. A new study found that obese or overweight children in Head Start preschool were more likely to slim down when compared with children of similar circumst...

Jan 12, 2015 05:10 PM EST

Send In The 'SUNN': Smart Lamp Fights SAD

Statistics show that seasonal affective disorder is estimated to affect 10 million Americans--a type of seasonal depression that's typically more common during the winter months when there's less sunlight. For those living in places like Denmark, residents are likely to be even more effected by cold...

Jan 12, 2015 05:03 PM EST

Teens And Second-Hand Smoke: Study Uncovers The Dangers Of Tobacco

Despite numerous warnings, many throughout the world continue to smoke. For those who do not take part, they may still be affected by those around them who take part in the potentially deadly habit.