Kathleen Lees : Science World Report

Aug 08, 2014 11:35 AM EDT

Take the 'Ice Bucket Challenge' for ALS Awareness

A charity event called the "Ice Bucket challenge" has gone viral in support of ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease.

Aug 08, 2014 10:30 AM EDT

Girl Creates 'Chemo Backpack': Cancer Survivor Helps Other Patients with Portable IV Drip (Video)

Meet Kylie Simonds: an 11-year-old cancer survivor who's invented an on-the-go cancer treatment.

Aug 08, 2014 09:46 AM EDT

What Does Your Gut Bacteria Say About Your Colon Health?

Recent findings published in the journal Cancer Prevention Research examined how gut microbiome--more commonly referred to as gut bacteria--essentially determines an individual's risk for colon cancer.

Aug 08, 2014 09:21 AM EDT

Smoking Isn't So Easy to Give Up for Cancer Survivors: 10% Just Can't Quit

A recent study looked at how survivors of smoking-related cancers may struggle with kicking the habit. Findings published in the journal Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention found that nearly one in 10 long-term patients will return to smoking following treatments.

Aug 07, 2014 04:19 PM EDT

Get Moving! Depression Risk Drops with Physical Fitness

A routine exercise plan works to boost energy and control weight fluctuations, but it can also help reduce the risk of depression, according to a recent findings presented at the American Psychological Association's 122nd Annual Convention in Washington, D.C.

Aug 07, 2014 03:43 PM EDT

Could Ebola be Transmitted Sexually?

Researchers are still working to determine all the ways in which the Ebola virus can spread. Just within the last week, 158 deaths were reported within West Africa.

Aug 07, 2014 02:39 PM EDT

Older Adults are 'Morning People': Study Confirms Better Cognitive Performance Early in the Day

Health science can now explain why older individuals are early risers.

Aug 07, 2014 12:33 PM EDT

New Frog Species Also has a Doppelgänger

Could a new species of frog also have a doppelgänger?

Aug 07, 2014 11:45 AM EDT

Forever Young: 'Youthful' Part of Human Brain Stays the Same as We Age

Did you know that there is a part of the brain that stays relatively young despite age?

Aug 07, 2014 10:26 AM EDT

FDA Warns, Tattoo Ink can Cause Infection Even in the Cleanest Conditions

New safety information from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) touch on the dangers of tattoo parlors. Resarch shows that even in the cleanest environments, bacterial infection can spread.

Aug 07, 2014 09:31 AM EDT

Hawaii Hurricane First to Hit in 22 Years: Here's What to Expect

Hawaii is less than a day away from the first direct hurricane to hit the area in 22 years. Iselle is predicted to strike straight on as a Category 1 tropical storm.

Aug 07, 2014 08:37 AM EDT