Kathleen Lees : Science World Report

Dec 11, 2013 06:58 PM EST

World Malaria Report Shows Progress Against Disease: 3.3 Million Lives Saved in Last 13 Years

According to the World Malaria Report 2013, the World Health Organization (WHO) notes that close to 3.3 million lives have been saved, with the majority of them being in the 10 countries with the highest malaria burden.

Dec 11, 2013 05:38 PM EST

Tackling Dementia: What Scientists have in Store for 2025

Researchers hope that by the year 2015, they may have a better grasp on how to treat dementia and possibly beat it.

Dec 11, 2013 03:02 PM EST

1 in 6 who Drink Raw Milk will Get Sick

New statistics from the Minnesota Department of Health show that on average, one in six people who drink it will become ill due to bacterial or parasitic infections.

Dec 11, 2013 02:14 PM EST

FDA Works to Remove Antibiotics from Meat

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently announced a plant to phase out certain anitibiotics used in meat production.

Dec 11, 2013 01:43 PM EST

Female Libido Drug Rejected by U.S. Regulators

Of course, you've got your Viagra-after all, men have to be ready to go even in their nineties.

Dec 11, 2013 12:35 PM EST

Organic Milk Contains Higher Amounts of Fatty Acids: Beneficial for Cardiovascular Health

Though many remain skeptical about whether organic products actually are healthier for you, a recent study shows that organic milk may be the best chose as it contains more essential fatty acids, according to researchers from Washington State University.

Dec 09, 2013 11:45 PM EST

FDA Approves New Drug for Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease Patients

As of Monday, an advisory panel of medical experts voted to recommend the approval of a drug for both ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease developed by Takeda Pharmaceutical Co.

Dec 09, 2013 11:18 PM EST

Embarrassing Facebook Posts may Create Problems for Others: Study

Facebook and other social media can provide both a fun and exciting world for individuals to connect through. However, a recent study looks at the awkwardness, embarrassment and even anguish that can come with the interactive website.

Dec 09, 2013 03:57 PM EST

Can a Concussion Lead to Depression Years Later?

A recent study looks at how a head injury can lead to depression years after the health issue has healed.

Dec 09, 2013 02:00 PM EST

Too much Time on the Cell Phone Could Raise Anxiety, Reduce Happiness for Students

You know how we all love our cell phones? Even have a special case for it and everything? Can't sit through a family dinner without texting our best friend? Well (drum roll) turns out, this technological device may be making us unhappy, and if you're still in school, it's likely linked to lower succ...

Dec 09, 2013 12:39 PM EST