Human : Science World Report

Sep 12, 2014 02:30 PM EDT

Type 2 Diabetes Gene Discovered in Both Mice and Humans

Researchers have found that mice also have similar traits of type 2 diabetes as humans.

Sep 12, 2014 01:12 PM EDT

Thinking About Becoming Pregnant? Get The Whooping Cough Vaccine

The health of a mother-to-be will ultimately influence her future child.

Sep 12, 2014 12:44 PM EDT

Humans May be on the Verge of a Major Evolutionary Transition

Could humans be on the verge of a major evolutionary transition? At least one researcher believes that's the case.

Sep 12, 2014 12:24 PM EDT

Sleep Doesn't Stop the Brain: Words Are Still Being Classified

Recent findings published in the journal Current Biology show that that the brain is unconsciously classifying words as we sleep, as well.

Sep 11, 2014 06:26 PM EDT

African American Women Less Likely to Receive Breast Reconstruction Following Mastectomy

Statistics show that roughly 1 in 8 American women--or just about 12 percent--will develop invasive breast cancer in their lifetime.

Sep 11, 2014 06:04 PM EDT

Meditation Helps Prevent Migraines

Meditation can help to relieve various health issues.

Sep 11, 2014 05:23 PM EDT

Extinct Swamp Creature Named After Famous Musician

Thank scientists' clever vernacular for picking a famous English musician to name the fossil of an extinct pig-like swamp creature.

Sep 11, 2014 04:30 PM EDT

Small Amounts Of Fish Help Prevent Chronic Hearing Loss

Previous studies have boasted the benefits of eating fish. Not only is the food high in protein and amino acids, but many can help you feel full longer and help with weight loss if combined in the right diet.

Sep 11, 2014 03:23 PM EDT

Antibiotic Use In Many Hospitals Is Becoming Dangerous

Previous studies have warned of the dangers about overprescribing antibiotics. Not only can this result in antibiotic resistance, but it can also promote the spread of other serious infections in communities of otherwise healthy people.

Sep 11, 2014 03:01 PM EDT

Rare Blood Type Linked to Memory Loss, Study Finds

Our blood type can certainly affect receiving and giving organs. However, recent findings published in the journal Neurology show that people with blood type AB are also more likely to develop memory issues later in life.

Sep 11, 2014 02:12 PM EDT

'Fat Shaming' Will Not Solve the Weight Loss Epidemic

Discrimination against overweight or obese individuals will not increase their chances of weight loss. Quite the contrary. In fact, it is likely to carry the opposite effect, according to recent findings published in the journal Obesity.

Sep 10, 2014 06:16 PM EDT

Sleep Apnea Is Hurting Your Brain: Study Evidence Shows

Excessive snoring might seem like a relatively harmless issue, but more evidence shows that sleep apnea can cause serious health issues to your brain.