Kathleen Lees : Science World Report

Jan 23, 2014 11:21 AM EST

New Species of River Dolphin Discovered in Brazil

A new species of river dolphin has just been discovered by scientists in Brazil, making it the first new river dolphin to be discovered since the end of World War One.

Jan 23, 2014 01:05 AM EST

Malaria Combination Drug may Help Stop Complications in Pregnant Patients with Lupus

A recent study shows how an anti-malaria drug combination could be helpful in preventing pregnancy complications in women with lupus and the related disorder antiphosphollpid syndrome.

Jan 22, 2014 09:51 PM EST

High Crime Neighborhoods may Increase Risk of Aggressive Behaviors in Children

For many adults, they look back on their childhood homes as a time of learning, growth and transition. However, for those living in dangerous neighborhoods, it can be remembered as a time of fear, depression and sadness.

Jan 22, 2014 09:18 PM EST

Could Turning Down the Heat Help you Lose Weight?

Want a cost-effective way to shed some pounds? Try just lowering your heat. A new study suggests that colder temperatures at home help people burn more calories in order to protect their health.

Jan 22, 2014 09:04 PM EST

Shopping Carts Harm Children Daily in the U.S.: What should you Watch for?

An everyday shopping cart at the grocery store might seem an unlikely vehicle for danger, but recent statistics estimate that 66 children in the United States alone are hurt from one every day.

Jan 22, 2014 08:50 PM EST

Anti-Homophobia Interventions Help Reduce Suicide Risk for all Students: Study

A recent study shows how Canadian schools with explicit anti-homophobia interventions have had success at reducing suicidal attempts and thoughts among both sexual minority and straight students.

Jan 22, 2014 08:29 PM EST

'Superfood' Quinoa may be Safe for People with Celiac Disease

For those suffering from celiac disease, an immune disease in which the body cannot process protein gluten, many foods are simply off-limits-and that includes most, if not all, grains. However, according to a recent study, Quinoa, a tasty grain native to South America that's been described as a "sup...

Jan 22, 2014 07:52 PM EST

Could Depression be Linked to Asthma in Africa-American Women?

Previous research has shown just how the effects of depression can affect the body. It can exacerbate other preexisting health conditions and even cause new ones, altogether. However, a recent study shows that African-American adults, particularly women, suffering from higher levels of depression ma...

Jan 22, 2014 07:31 PM EST

Medications that Reduce Fever may also Increase Risk of Influenza

A recent study suggests that those who take fever-reducing medications may actually be at a higher risk for contracting influenza. Background information from the study notes that taking pills to even control flu-induced fevers may release more of the flu virus in the environment and potentially inc...

Jan 22, 2014 12:42 AM EST

Roche's Schizophrenia Drug Fails Goal in Treating Symptoms

An experimental drug used to treat schizophrenia has failed to meet its primary end point in treating the negative symptoms of schizophrenia according to Reuters. The news organization notes that Roche, the Swiss drug company, had hoped to help those suffering from the health issue.

Jan 21, 2014 01:43 PM EST

Night Shift Damages Genes: Body's Natural Rhythm Disrupted

When we don't get enough sleep, we get cranky, we can't think straight, and worse yet, it disrupts the body's natural rhythm. According to a recent study by researchers from the University of Surrey, this means that those catching up on missed zzz's during the daytime may actually be at a greater ri...

Jan 21, 2014 12:52 PM EST

STD Rates Skyrocket among Seniors: Survey

According to the 2010 National Survey of Sexual Health and Behavior, condoms are used in only about six percent of sexual encounters among those 61 and older. Translation: Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) are spreading like wildfire among seniors today.