Richard Scott
Richard Scott is a health care reporter focusing on health policy and public health. Richard keeps tabs on national health trends from his Philadelphia location and is an active member of the Association of Health Care Journalists.
Groundbreaking Study Offers Glimpse of New Ways to Prevent Preterm Birth
Scientists have unlocked a longstanding mystery that may have important ramifications on maternal and infant health.
Light-Therapy Treatment Delivers Non-Surgical Alternative for Prostate Cancer Patients
A new treatment for early-stage prostate cancer uses light-sensitive drugs and laser therapy to obliterate cancer cells.
More Pregnant Women Are Using Marijuana
About 4 percent of pregnant women said they have used marijuana in the past month.
Groundbreaking Study Could Lead to Age Reversal Treatments
The research may have vast therapeutic implications if the age-reversement treatment can be transferred to humans.
13 Percent of Commercial Pilots May Be Depressed: Study
An anonymous survey of more than 1,800 pilots found that 13.5 percent of the pilots were depressed.
Cholesterol Drugs May Lower Alzheimer’s Risk: Study
Cholesterol-busting drugs known as statins may also protect patients from developing Alzheimer’s disease, says a new study in JAMA Neurology.
Hold, Breathe, Release: Yoga Can Improve Blood Pressure
Practicing yoga for an hour a day can help improve a person’s blood pressure and reduce the risk of serious health complications, according to a new study.
Optimism Increases Longevity, Reduces Risk of Cancer Death: Study
Seeing the glass half-full may be more than a way to view life – it may actually help you live longer.
Researchers Discover Possible Way to Block Migraines
Scientists have pinpointed a chemical in the brain tied to extreme migraine sensitivity, and their work could lead to new treatments.
Older Americans Are Happier, More Financially Stable: Study
Happiness in the U.S. is like a fine wine – it ripens as it ages – at least according to a new study.
Study Suggests Saturated Fats May Actually Be ‘Healthy’
A new study that defies conventional wisdom about the health effects of fat intake may soon have dieters asking, “Can you pass the butter, please?”
15 Extra Minutes of Sleep Could Boost Learning at School
A few extra minutes of sleep may provide a big boost to teens’ learning ability, a new study says.
Hallucinogenic ‘Shrooms’ Relieve Depression, Anxiety in Cancer Patients: Study
The active ingredient in hallucinogenic mushrooms, psilocybin, provides a significant boost to cancer patients facing depression, two studies found.
Marijuana Use Could Increase Alzheimer’s Risk: Study
Researchers found a significant reduction of blood flow to the hippocampus, a region of the brain associated with creating and storing new memories.
Study Finds No Link Between Flu Vaccine and Autism
A study shows that there’s no link between receiving a flu vaccine during pregnancy and the child’s risk of being diagnosed with autism later in life.
School Air Quality May Be Worsening Children’s Asthma Symptoms
A concerning new study shows that poor air quality in schools may be compounding the dangerous effects of asthma in children.
Why Our Bodies Take Longer to Heal as We Age
A basic communication breakdown may be the culprit behind slower-healing wounds among older individuals, suggests a new study.
Breakthrough Gene-Editing Study Returns Sight to Blind Animals
Scientists have figured out a way to manipulate the DNA within adults cells, a technique that may prove especially useful against genetic diseases.
Unsafe Blood Pressure Rates Nearly Double in 40 Years
Worldwide, more than 1.13 billion people now live with high blood pressure, nearly doubling over the past 40 years.
Sugar-Laced Paper Kills E. Coli in Drinking Water
Scientists believe they have found a quick, inexpensive way of removing dangerous E. coli bacteria from drinking water.
Marijuana Could Help to Ease Substance Abuse, PTSD
Marijuana may be a powerful antidote for alcoholics and those dealing with opioid addiction to come clean, says a new study.
Birth Year May Determine Your Flu Risk
The discovery could reshape how the medical community views childhood vaccines.
Cases of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Spike in America
The number of Americans suffering from inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) could be triple what was previously estimated.
Cooking on High Heat Could Increase Your Heart Disease Risk
The level of heat in your kitchen may have a direct correlation to your chances of developing a dangerous heart condition.
Exercise Can Boost Testosterone in Overweight Men
Vigorous exercise can boost testosterone levels in overweight and obese men, lowering the chances of related health disorders.
Healthy Eating: The Effect on Your Brain
Researchers discovered a direct link between higher daily fruit and vegetable consumption and cognitive scores among adults.
Untreated Infections May Lead to Child Obesity
Researchers have cast aside prevailing wisdom that antibiotic use in a child’s first year of life is predictive of later obesity.
Brain Volume Could Predict Weight Loss Success
For those seeking to lose weight, a quick brain scan may predict how successful you’ll be, says a new study from Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.
The Diet Rollercoaster Explained
Your body may be quietly undermining your weight-loss efforts. A new study reveals that appetite increases as you lose weight.
Good Bacteria Can Limit E. Coli, Salmonella Infections
Health gut bacteria may block bacteria-related infections, such as salmonella and E. coli, from spreading.
Man Develops Hepatitis From Energy Drinks: Case Study
Be careful about overconsuming energy drinks – you may wind up with a case of acute hepatitis, warns a cautionary case study.
Side Effects Sideline Promising Male Birth Control Shot
A new male contraceptive method has proven highly effective at reducing pregnancy in female partners, yet consumers may not find it on the market for awhile.
Should Doctors Tell You You’re Overweight?
A 30-second discussion about a patient’s weight can lead to improved health outcomes, including a trimmed waistline.
Cranberry Juice is Not the Answer for UTIs, Study Says
Cranberries have long been touted as a remedy for urinary tract infections, but a new study suggests that the health benefits may be overblown.
Eating Broccoli May Slow Signs of Aging
An anti-aging enzyme found in a number of natural foods, including broccoli, is showing promise in staving off the long-term effects of growing old.
Two Diet Drinks a Day Could Double Your Diabetes Risk: Study
Researchers in Sweden found that sugary drinks can double a person’s chances of developing a certain type of diabetes.
Water vs. Diet Soda: Which Is Better for Weight Loss?
Those seeking to lose weight should consider avoiding diet sodas because they could be hampering one’s weight-loss goals, a new study says.
Women Are Closing the Alcohol Gender Gap
Women have nearly caught pace with men when it comes to rates of alcohol consumption, a trend that might have an impact on the health of the population.
Smartphones Alone Don’t Help Teens Lose Weight, Study Finds
While many teens use their smartphones almost constantly, the omnipresent gadgets are not an effective tool to help them lose weight.
Doctors Prescribe Wrong Antibiotics Half the Time, Study Shows
Have you had a sinus infection recently? If so, there’s a good chance you received a non-recommended antibiotic prescription from your doctor.
Fitness Trackers May Be Giving You False Heart Rate Data
If you like to track your heart rate during exercise, you should think twice about the accuracy of your reading if you wear a popular “wrist-worn” device.
Naked Juice Lawsuit: PepsiCo Sued Over Health Claims
PepsiCo’s Naked brand of fruit and vegetable juices is under fire for allegedly misleading consumers about nutritional benefits.
Fast Food Fever? Those Cravings Could Be in Your Genes
Some people are hardwired with an appetite for high-fat foods, according to the study appearing in the journal Nature Communications.
Americans Taking More Probiotics, Fewer Multivitamins
One out of every two U.S. adults takes a dietary supplement on a routine basis, and a closer look behind the data reveals a number of trends.
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