Articles by Angela Laguipo
Regular Exercise May Improve Survival Rate In Prostate Cancer Patients
Exercise plays a major role in reducing the risk of death from prostate cancer. Maintaining a regular exercise regimen before and after diagnosis may improve the odds of prostate cancer survival.
Apple Reschedules Earnings Conference For Bill Campbell Memorial
Apple has postponed its scheduled earnings conference call to April 26. This is for its employees and executives to attend Bill Campbell's funeral on April 25.
Glass Particles In Packages Prompt Recall Of Two Peach Products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced the voluntary recall of products by Milky Way Corp. because of the health risks linked to glass particles in two of their products. The products are sold in Walgreens xstores nationwide.
Here Are The Best Public High Schools Based On US News Ranking
The top public high schools in the United States have been named. U.S. News has released the list, which shows that Texas-based School for the Talented and Gifted nabbed first place.
Utah Governor Signs Resolution Declaring Porn A Public Health Crisis
Pornography could lead to a broad spectrum of public health issues and societal harms. Utah's governor, Gary Herbert, has signed a resolution to consider pornography a public health crisis, the first of its kind in the United States.
Rare Megamouth Shark Captured By Fishermen In Japan
Fishermen caught a rare megamouth shark off the coast of Japan. The rare creature has been spotted about 60 times since it was first discovered in 1976.
Two-Fifths Of Parkinson's Patients Hide Symptoms, Diagnosis: Survey
People who are diagnosed with Parkinson's delay sharing their disease from others, even to those who are close to them. Nearly two-fifths of these people have felt forced to hide their symptoms or even lie about their diagnosis.
Veterans Still Plagued By Long Wait Time For Health Care: Watchdog
Military veterans are still faced with discrepancies in wait-times before they receive medical care, a new report says. They are waiting for a long time before they are seen by health care providers in VA outpatient clinics.
US Lip Surgeries Reach Record Number In 2015
A record number of people underwent lip augmentation procedures in the United States in 2015, with a 48 percent increase since 2000. Plastic surgeons said the age of selfies may have driven this staggering increase.
Florida Zoo Reopens After Fatal Attack Of Malayan Tiger
A lead zookeeper was fatally attacked by an endangered Malayan tiger in a Florida zoo. After being closed over the weekend, the Palm Beach Zoo has reopened on April 18.
Cholesterol-Lowering Molecules Can Kill Prostate Cancer Cells
A group of scientists have found that if prostate cancer cells are deprived of cholesterol, their growth is halted and cell death occurs. The experimental cholesterol-lowering molecule, RO 48-8071, can be used as a new therapy for prostate cancer.
Sport Chalet To Close All Stores After 57 Years
Sport Chalet has announced the closure of its 47 retail stores in the next several weeks. The company offered no explanation but rumors have been circulating that it has been facing bankcruptcy issues.
Interstellar Dust Captured By NASA's Cassini To Shed Light On Regions Beyond Solar System
Astronomers have detected some interstellar dust passing through the ringed planet, Saturn. These dust particles, discovered to have a similar chemical makeup, could shed light on how planets and stars take shape.
Hepatitis A Contamination Prompts Recall Of Frozen Fruit Product
Canadian health officials issued a food recall warning due to possible contamination with the Hepatitis A virus. Though thedisease is mild, it could cause debilitating symptoms and progress into acute liver failure.
E-cigarette, Hookah Use Among US Teens Rises
More teens in the United States are using e-cigs but the rate of tobacco use stayed the same in the last four years, a CDC report says. According to health officials, it is too early to say whether e-cig use would lead to fewer people turning to tobacco products.
FDA Approves Adding Folic Acid To Corn Masa Flour To Prevent Birth Defects
Folic acid is an important vitamin for pregnant women. The FDA has approved to add folic acid to corn masa flour to prevent neural birth defects particularly among Hispanic and Latino babies.
This Is How Deep-Sea Creatures Survived The Asteroid That Killed The Dinosaurs
A catastrophic asteroid wiped out all life on earth, well almost. Deep sea creatures have survived the impact and experts may have the answer on why they were able to surpass one of the planet's most comprehensive mass extinctions.
Another Reason To Fear Zika: Mosquito-Borne Virus Mutates Quickly
The dreaded Zika virus may have mutated rapidly that is why it has caused serious complications that were not seen in past outbreaks. The researchers have found that there is a line between the virus found in Africa and the strain first seen in Asia, where the strain causing microcephaly originated.
New Trading Cards Allow You to Swap Viruses The Safe Way
Trading cards may be a thing of the past but a molecular biologist created her own deck of cards that allows users to swap viruses harmlessly. Each card contains important details about the virus.
World's Most Dangerous Bird Walks Into Home, Forces Owners To Hide
A cassowary, dubbed as the world's most dangerous bird, found its way inside a house of an Australian couple. Though the bird stayed there for only a few minutes, it scared the couple who took cover behind the dinner table.
Food Company To Inform Customers Not To Eat Its Products Every Day
Mars Food Inc. plans to label some of its food as occassional treats since these contain high levels of salt, sugar and fat. This is part of the company's effort to help curb the growing obesity epidemic.
Human Trafficking Victims In UK Suffer From Mental Health Problems
Victims of human trafficking may suffer from high levels of depression, anxiety and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Latest study reveals that even in highly developed countries, human trafficking is still prevalent - making it a global problem.
E-skin Technology Turns Your Body Into Screen With Digital Display
A team of researchers from the University of Tokyo have developed a high-quality film that produces electronic displays on the human skin. The wearable tech is ideal for a wide range of biomedical applications.
World's Largest Medical Imaging Study To Scan Bodies, Brains Of 100,000 Britons
A new project will include the world's largest collection of imaging scans of about 100,000 Britons. This study could shed light on early markers of certain diseases that would help doctors develop new treatments.
China Embraces Genetic Modification And Human Cloning
With recent advancements in gene editing and human cloning among scientists in China, does this mean the country now embraces these controversial procedures? Two published studies show that the Chinese are already taking a step forward toward gene modification.
Fast Food Eaters Have Higher Levels Of Hormone-Disrupting Phthalates
Many people rely on eating fast food since it's convenient and practical, but its packaging may cause health problems. Researchers found that those who eat more fast food may be exposed to plastic chemicals that may disrupt hormones and cause cancer.
Mishandling May Have Caused Death Of Massive Reticulated Python In Malaysia
The python captured in Malaysia last week has died due to possible mishandling of those who captured it. Snakes are delicate animals and stress could negatively impact their health.
Vegetable Oil To Reduce Saturated Fats May Not Cut Heart Disease Risk
Though it has been widely known that consuming unsaturated fats may reduce the risk of heart disease, a new study suggests otherwise. Researchers have found that swapping saturated fats with vegetable oils do not cut heart disease risk.
Reser's Recalls Refrigerated Salads For Possible Listeria
Another Listeria scare has lead to the recall of Reser's Fine Foods salads due to possible contamination. The bacterial infection may cause fatal and serious effects to people who are vulnerable.
Radioactive Wild Boars Flourish In Fukushima Farmland
The population of radioactive wild boars has increased rapidly in Fukushima five years after the tsunami disaster. Many believe that these boars have eaten contaminated materials that made them not suitable for human consumption.
