Kathleen Lees : Science World Report

Jul 16, 2013 03:46 PM EDT

Parents Who Support Legalization of Marijuana Want Age Restrictions

An online survey that was done for the Partnership at Drugfree.org, a New York City-based non-profit organization formerly known as the Partnership for a Drug-Free America shows that while an overwhelming majority of parents are in favor of legalizing marijuana, they want to put restrictions on how ...

Jul 16, 2013 02:00 PM EDT

Ex-Offenders at Greater Risk to Contract STI

A recent analysis conducted by researchers at Indiana University School of Medicine and Regenstrief Institute found that individuals released from the justice system have a high risk of contracting a sexually transmitted infection within the first year of release.

Jul 16, 2013 12:43 PM EDT

Putting Off Retirement Helps Reduce Risk of Dementia

For those hoping to retire early, a new study shows the dangers of giving up your job too soon. In fact, surmounting evidence shows that engaging in intellectually stimulating activity throughout life may help protect against the development of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.

Jul 16, 2013 12:01 PM EDT

Walnut-Enriched Diet May Reduce Risk of Prostate Cancer

A new study suggests that eating a modest amount of walnuts can aid in the battle against prostate cancer.

Jul 16, 2013 10:30 AM EDT

Beat the Heat: As Temperatures Rise, Know How to Stay Safe

Those in Northeast, Mid-Atlantic and Midwest regions will experience temperatures soaring into the 90s over the next few days, with heat indicies expected to hit well over 100 degrees according to the National Weather Service.

Jul 16, 2013 09:07 AM EDT

Low-Dose Aspirin May Decrease Risk of Colorectal Cancer

A study led by Nancy Cook, Associate Biostatistician at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School in Boston, took a look at the long-term benefits of low-dose aspirin intake.

Jul 15, 2013 09:04 PM EDT

Snail Mucus May Help Prevent Aging

Want to look good for your next date? Snap on a snail or two with a facial, and you'll be glowing across the room in no time--or, at least that's what the Clinical Salon in Tokyo believes.

Jul 15, 2013 08:44 PM EDT

Protein Complex May Be Alternative to Opioid Pain Relievers

Researchers believe that a drug that targets a protein complex containing two different types of opioid receptors may be an effective alternative to morphine and other opioid pain medications, minus the harsh, addictive side effects often associated with opioid medications.

Jul 15, 2013 03:22 PM EDT

2 out of 3 Infertile Childhood Cancer Survivors Are Able to Become Pregnant

Despite an increased risk of infertility, a new study shows that two-thirds of the female childhood cancer survivors are able to get pregnant.

Jul 15, 2013 02:39 PM EDT

Obesity FTO Gene Discovered, Higher Levels of 'Hunger Hormone' Ghrelin in Blood

Health experts believe they may have targeted a gene that causes obesity.

Jul 15, 2013 01:37 PM EDT

Childhood Discipline: Physical Punishment Linked to Health Issues in Adulthood

How parents decide to discipline their child can make a huge difference on his or her physical health as an adult, according to a recent study. In fact, researchers found that using physical punishment such as slapping or hitting were linked to higher rates of obesity, arthritis and heart disease se...

Jul 15, 2013 12:39 PM EDT

Exalenz Launches New Test for H. Pylori Bacteria

Exalenz Bioscience, a new developer of diagnostic systems that uses a patient's breath to detect gastrointestinal and liver conditions, has just launched BreathID HP, which could work as a next generation of devices in the company's BreathID product line, according to Reuters.