Kathleen Lees : Science World Report

Jan 14, 2014 11:13 AM EST

Preservative in Baby Wipes Responsible for Mysterious Rash

A preservative found in baby wipes has now been linked to a mysterious rash that's hit both children and adults. Though wipes are supposed to reduce the risk of skin issues, research shows that for many, they have increased the potential for deadly skin ailments.

Jan 14, 2014 10:24 AM EST

Drug Testing in Schools may be Ineffective: Study

Though schools continue to determine how to steer students against the direction of drugs and alcohol, new research suggests that creating a "positive school climate" is essentially more helpful than drug testing.

Jan 14, 2014 09:56 AM EST

Green Tea may Lessen Effectiveness of Hypertension Medications

Many of us might carry a tin of green tea in our cubboard at home. Statistics show that this herbal infusion caries powerful antioxidants with the potential to help increase weight loss and relax the body. However, a recent study suggests that though the drug may help lower blood pressure, it could ...

Jan 13, 2014 10:36 PM EST

Could Lithium Help Treat Acute Kidney Injury?

A recent study shows that the mood stabilizer lithium may be able to help treat acute kidney injury.

Jan 13, 2014 03:05 PM EST

Ultrasound may Help Improve Brain Function: Study

When you think of the word ultrasound, the first thing that comes to mind is probably pregnancy. Yet a recent study involving the enhancement of brain power might make you change your mind.

Jan 13, 2014 02:32 PM EST

Kidney Function Preserved by Robot-Assisted Partial Nephrectomy

With today's technological advances, it may come as no surprise that a robot could assist kidney patients in preserving the function of this vital organ.

Jan 13, 2014 01:34 PM EST

Multiple Myeloma Study Reveals Genetic Landscape of the Disease

A recent study looks at the genetic landscape and the complications behind the blood cancer multiple myeloma.

Jan 13, 2014 11:51 AM EST

Could the Benefits of Mental Training Last up to 10 Years in Adults?

Brain teasers and other cognitive exercises can not only be mentally-stimulating. For some of us nerds, they might actually be kind of fun. (Crossword puzzles or Sudoku, anyone?) Yet a recent study shows how certain bamboozling exercises can increase mental sharpness in older adults by up to 10 year...

Jan 13, 2014 11:26 AM EST

Swedish Surgeons Successfully Perform Nine Womb Transplants

Nine women in Sweden have successfully received womb transplant from relatives who acted as donors.

Jan 13, 2014 10:24 AM EST

India Marks Third Year Polio-Free (Video)

For India, 2014 marks the third, consecutive year in which the country reported its last polio case, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

Jan 13, 2014 12:20 AM EST

Alternative Treatments for Autism Patients Common

For parents whose children may be suffering from an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), some may choose alternative treatments to help with this health issue-including probiotics, certain dietary choices, homeopathic medicine, vitamin B-12 injections or chelation therapy. However, researchers from the U...

Jan 12, 2014 11:10 PM EST

Sam Berns, 17, Dies from Lifelong Battle with Progeria

Sam Berns, a teenager who had been suffering from progeria, a rare "premature aging" disease, died after a long battle with the health issue on Frida. He was 17.