Articles by Angela Laguipo
Extinct Marsupial Lion Was Fearsome Predator That Could Climb Rocks And Trees
The marsupial lion once roamed Australia. New information shows it might have been one of the top predators more than 40,000 years ago.
Women More Likely To Die From First Heart Attack
Women suffer from a heart attack differently from men. They are at a higher risk of dying within a year of their first heart attack.
Florida Tornado Destroys Houses, Leaves 20,000 Without Power
A giant tornado ravaged through Florida and Mississippi, destroying homes and leaving thousands without power. Officials said they are investigating the extent of damage.
Latin America Sees Increase In Paralysis Syndrome Along With Rising Zika Virus Cases
Zika virus has been linked with the sudden surge of Guillain-Barre Syndrome. The World Health Organization reports increase GBS cases in Latin American countries.
Breakthrough Cancer Treatment Uses T-Cells To Remember And Attack Tumor Cells
T-cells protect the body from pathogens by remembering and killing them. Now, can this therapy be used in cancer treatment?
750,000 Tinder Users May Be Infested With Pubic Lice
Pubic lice affect about 1 to 2 percent of the population. This translates to a staggering 750,000 Tinder users said to be infested.
Iron Supplements May Damage DNA Within 10 Minutes
Iron is an important food supplement especially for those with iron deficiency anemia. However, a new study found that iron may induce DNA damage in just a matter of minutes.
Planning To Get Pregnant? Here's What You Should Know About Zika Virus
Pregnant women are the ones most affected by the new Zika virus outbreak that has ravaged the Americas in the past few months. Health officials urged pregnant women or women planning to get pregnant to practice abundance of precaution.
Why Rare Mineral Fingerite Is Dubbed By Scientists As 'Perfect Storm Of Rarity'
Fingerite is one of the rarest minerals on Earth. Here's why it is often referred to as 'perfect storm of rarity.'
Mysterious Stomach Bug Sickens 200 At A Pennsylvania College
A stomach bug has sickened about 200 students at a Pennsylvania College. Ursinus College and the Montgomery County Department of Health (MCHD) are working together to determine the cause of the mysterious illness.
Plankton Remove Carbon From Atmosphere And Carry Them To The Ocean
The ocean is the Earth's largest carbon sink. A team of international experts shed light on how the ocean and its inhabitants carry carbon from the atmosphere and deposit it deep into the waters.
Zika Link To Birth Defects Microcephaly, Guillain-Barre Syndrome Could Be Confirmed Within Weeks: WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) said the link between Zika virus and two neurological diseases could be confirmed within weeks. This followed the sudden increase of microcephaly cases among infants born to mothers infected with the virus.
Two New Giant Bent-Toed Gecko Species Discovered In New Guinea
Scientists found two new giant bent-toed Gecko species in New Guinea. The islands are home to a variety of animals in its still unexplored forests.
New Low-Carb Diet Cuts Type 2 Diabetes Medication Level By 40 Percent
A low-carb diet can help reduce as much as 40 percent in medication levels. A new study suggests that current diet plans for diabetics may be outdated and there is a need for constant updates.
Louisiana Investigates Two Suspected Cases Of Zika Virus In People Who Traveled To Caribbean
Louisiana's health department investigates two new cases of travel-acquired Zika virus infection. Of the patients being assessed, none is pregnant.
Albatross Defies Age, Survival Threats To Hatch New Chick At Age 65
Albatrosses live up to 60 years old, but Wisdom defied age and even gives birth to Baby Kūkini. What are the threats the amazing albatrosses are facing now?
Chewing Sugar-Free Gum After Eating, Drinking Can Help NHS Save On Dental Treatment
Chewing sugarless gum can help prevent tooth decay in children. This treat is proven to help neutralize acids that destroy the tooth enamel.
Alcohol Allows Gut Bacteria To Inflitrate Liver: Study
Alcohol is known to damage liver cells. A new study suggests another mechanism that contributes to alcohol causing liver disease.
Rare Horrid Ground Weaver Spider Photographed Alive For The First Time
The horrid ground-weaver, one of the rarest spiders in Britain, was photographed alive for the first time. The habitat was saved from development after a successful fundraising by Buglife.
Black Mold On Packing Bags Delays NASA's Cargo Run To International Space Station
NASA postpones next re-supply mission to the International Space Station after discovering black mold in two fabric bags. The space agency launched a probe to look into the source of the contamination.
World's Top Scientists Pledge To Share Zika Virus Research Findings
Research bodies across the globe joined forces to battle the growing outbreak of Zika virus. The statement, signed by organizations, aims to make all data freely available to the public.
Extremely Rare Albino Turtle Discovered On Australian Beach
Meet Alby, a very rare albino green turtle found in Australia. Volunteers from the Coolum and North Shore Coast Care discovered the hatchling as it found its way into the ocean.
Aviation Industry Approves Standard To Limit Aircraft Carbon Emissions
The aviation industry agreed to set standards to limit carbon emissions. The standards will be adopted by companies for new aircraft designs by year 2020.
Drugmaker Imprimis Pharma To Market Cheaper Alternative To Retrophin Kidney Stone Drug Thiola
Imprimis Pharmaceuticals is in it again. The company plans to produce a cheaper alternative to the already FDA-approved Thiola by Retrophin.
Walgreens To Sell Heroin Antidote Drug Naloxone Without Prescription
Heroin overdose-related deaths increased in the past years. Walgreens plans to sell naloxone, an antidote for heroin overdose, without the need for any prescription to help curb the growing opioid epidemic.
Fossilized Pollen Reveals Arid Nullarbor Plain In Australia Used To Be Lush Rainforest
Australia's famous treeless Nullarbor Plain was once a lush land filled with trees and flowering plants. The new study sheds light in a new way to examine and date pollen found in stalagmites, flowstones and stalactites.
Exposure to Air Pollution In the 1970s Still Raises Risks For Premature Death Today
Exposure to polluted air in the past may increase mortality risk today. A new study shows that pollutants pumped into the air from both cars and industries are still causing hundreds of deaths today.
Traffic-Related Air Pollution Linked To Formation Of Facial Dark Spots In Women
Air pollution affects the body, particularly the lungs and heart. A new study shows that traffic-related air pollution has been linked to facial dark spots.
US Scientists Discover Another Species Of Bacteria That Causes Lyme Disease
Scientists from the United States found a new species of bacteria that can cause Lyme Disease. Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that can spread through the bites of blacklegged ticks.
UN Chief Calls For New Unharmful Rites Of Passage To Replace Female Genital Mutilation
At least 200 million girls across 30 countries suffered from FGM in the 21st century. The United Nations urges communities to stop the violent practice and come up with alternative rites of passage.
