Kathleen Lees : Science World Report

Jan 12, 2015 04:46 PM EST

'Super Mosquito' Hybrid Resistant To Insecticide-Treated Bed Nets

The interbreeding of two malaria mosquito species in the West African country of Mali has resulted in a "super mosquito" that's now resistant to insecticide-treated bed nets.

Jan 12, 2015 04:38 PM EST

Key-Substance Identified That Protects Against Premature Birth

Researchers at UT Southwestern have discovered hyaluronon (HA), a critical substance made by the body that protects against premature births caused by infection. For many countries, this is known as the leading cause of infant mortality.

Jan 12, 2015 04:27 PM EST

Here's What Your Metabolism Can Tell You About How You You Should Quit Smoking

Quitting smoking isn't always so easy. Statistics show that just about 70 percent of people who attempt to quit will relapse in as little as one week. Yet it appears that assessing how the bodies of smokers breakdown their nicotine addictions could improve the odds of how easily they can quit.

Jan 12, 2015 04:22 PM EST

Diabetes Risk Higher Among Black Women Who Work Night-Shifts

Now, recent findings published in the journal Diabetologia shows that the night shift work can further increase the risk of this health issue.

Jan 12, 2015 04:16 PM EST

They're 'One In A Million': Rare Identical Triplets Born In Montana

Statistics show that the chances of having identical triplets are roughly one-in-a million. However, for a Montana family, this rarity happened a bit more quickly than expected.

Jan 10, 2015 12:32 PM EST

Marine Pollution: Sei Whale Is Killed By A DVD Case

Marine pollution carries a direct effect for the surrounding environment, as well as the animals who make their homes in the depths of the ocean.

Jan 10, 2015 11:58 AM EST

Cashing In On 'Special K' Party Drug: Could Ketamine Become New Treatment For Depression?

Conventional anti-depressants can take weeks or months to work properly. For patients dealing with bouts of manic depression or the flashback of a horrific event, these drugs alone might not be enough.

Jan 10, 2015 10:57 AM EST

Depo-Provera Birth Control Shot Linked To Increased Risk Of HIV

The Depo-Provera birth control shot has been linked to an increased HIV risk in a new study, which is taken by an estimated 41 million women worldwide.

Jan 09, 2015 11:22 PM EST

Overweight Children Are More Likely To Develop Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

Overweight children are significantly more likely to develop certain health issues, including an increased risk of heart disease as adults, type 2 diabetes and other weight-related health issues.

Jan 09, 2015 11:19 PM EST

Salt Tolerance Genes Discovered in Soybeans

Researchers at the University of Adelaide in Australia and the Institute of Crop Sciences in the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences in Beijing have identified a specific gene in soybeans that may carry the potential for soybean crop improvement.

Jan 09, 2015 07:03 PM EST

Stay Positive! It Keeps Your Heart Healthy

Pessimists may have heavier hearts-literally. A recent study published in Health Behavior and Policy Review found that a positive mental attitude could influence the health of your heart. For pessimists, this could mean that their hearts are more likely to be bogged down by stress and potentially at...

Jan 09, 2015 06:38 PM EST

Playing Catch Helps Prevent Falling In Seniors, Study Shows

The simple act of playing catch could help improve balance and may prevent falls in the elderly, according to recent findings published in the two journals: Electromyography and Kinesiology and Experimental Brain Research.