Articles by Angela Laguipo
HIV Vaccine Trials Set To Start Within Five Years
A $25.3 million project to develop an effective vaccine for HIV is set to conduct human clinical trials in the next five years. This project was funded by the European Commission as part of their Horizon 2020 program.
Many Women Delay Having Children Because They Struggle Buying A Home
More women are delaying having kids because they are concerned with their financial capability to start their own families. One of the biggest factor is that they are still looking for the right relationship.
Watch Spider Being Flushed Out Of Man's Ear [Video]
A video showing a spider being flushed out of a man's ear has been uploaded online. It shows the man's friend using ear drops to remove the arachnid.
More Than 10,000 Rape Kits Remain Untested In Florida: What's Happening?
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement reports more than 10,000 untested rape kits in agencies all over the state in a survey to determine the extent of rape testing kit backlogs. They conducted the study to present their findings in the legislature on January for government funding.
Postpartum Depression: Signs, Symptoms And Treatment
Postpartum depression is a medical emergency that needs prompt treatment. While most mothers do not get proper treatment for this condition, knowing how to spot someone who suffers from PPD is important.
Red Tide Blooms Hit Florida's Gulf Coast
State wildlife officials are monitoring two red tide blooms that hit Florida's Gulf Coast. The harmful algal bloom (HAB) could affect sea creatures as well as humans who ingest contaminated seafood.
Soy Protein Diet May Help Menopausal Women Combat Osteoporosis
A recent study says that eating a soy-rich diet could help protect menopausal women from osteoporosis. Findings show that women who took soy-protein supplements with isoflavones had decreased levels of a protein marker indicative of bone less.
North Dakota Boy Receives Bag Of Pills With Halloween Candy
A boy in North Dakota was given a bag of candies along with prescription medicines after trick or treating on Halloween eve. His mother posted the photo of the bag urging parents to check on Halloween treats given to their kids.
28 Californians Died From West Nile Virus This Year, Health Officials Say
The California Department of Public Health reports 28 deaths linked to West Nile virus this year. Health officials are urging residents to be vigilant of mosquito breeding sites and protect themselves from mosquito bites to prevent the spread of the disease.
New England Cod Stock In Decline Due To Warming Waters In The Atlantic
Cod stock is declining in New England due to warming waters in the Atlantic and overfishing by industrial fishermen. Researchers report that waters in the Atlantic are now warming faster than the rest of the global oceans.
New Research Shows Grizzly Bear Population In Yellowstone Thriving
The Grizzly bear population is thriving and will sustain survival in the long term. This is according to a new study by the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team.
Singing, Not Talking, Is More Effective At Keeping Babies Calm: Study
Singing to babies to calm them down is more effective than just talking to them. A new study probed the effects of music on infants.
Bearded Men Likely To Value Traditional Gender Roles, New Survey Says
In a survey conducted by Qualtrics, it has been found out that bearded men were likely to value traditional roles more than men who tend to shave their facial hair. In another similar survey, the researchers discovered that men with beard are more likely to cheat on their partner, steal and get caught up in brawls.
Oxford Researchers Use Body Maps To Show Areas Where People Like To Be Touched
Researchers from Oxford University in collaboration with Finland's Aalto University developed a way to determine which body parts men and women allow people to touch them. It turns out that the closer or intimate the relationship is, the less restrictions or limitations people impose in terms of touching their body parts.
Scientists Track American Eel Migration To Sargasso Sea For The First Time
The migration of American eels in the Sargasso Sea where they spawn was a big science mystery for about 100 years. However, for the first time in history, Canadian scientists tracked the migratory phases these eels undergo in order to find their way into the Atlantic Ocean.
Family Of 7-Year-Old Girl Who Choked On School Lunch Accuses Brooklyn School Of Negligence
A first grader is declared brain-dead and placed on life support after choking on her school lunch. A private EMT conducted first aid but the family blames the school for negligence for not acting fast enough.
Indiana Records First Flu Related Death Of The Season
The flu season is expected to kick start this December, but a flu-related death was first reported in Indiana this early. Hence, health officials are recommending that families get their flu shots immediately.
Researchers Develop Pollution-Detecting Smartphones Using Breakthrough Sensor
Scientists in Australia and China developed a sensor that can be installed in smartphones that could detect nitrogen dioxide levels in the air. Nitrogen dioxide could predispose people to serious health effects like respiratory diseases.
Early Intake Of Fruits And Vegetables Linked To Healthier Heart, Lower Calcium Scores Later In Life: Study
Young adults who eat fruits and vegetables are less likely to die from heart disease after 20 years. Apparently, a new study says that eating healthy foods lessens the risk of coronary artery calcium deposits in the arteries.
31 States Launch Program For Better Understanding Of Bats
A new program has been launched by 31 states and 10 Canadian provinces to better understand the ecological role of bats and how their population can be monitored. This would help in the tracking of trends in their population and how they are affected by diseases, habitat destruction and climate change.
Medical Experts Debunk Breast Cancer Bra Myth Posted On Gwyneth Paltrow's Lifestyle Website
Gwyneth Paltrow is in hot water after her lifestyle website posted an essay resurrecting the link between wearing bras and breast cancer. The essay was written by her doctor, Habib Sadeghi, whose claims gained scrutiny from the medical field.
Parents Allow 5-Year-Old Terminally Ill Daughter To Choose 'Heaven Or Hospital'
Parents of terminaly ill Julianna Snow allowed her to decide 'heaven or hospital' when she gets sick again. The five-year-old girl is suffering from a severe hereditary disease that weakened her lung muscles and simple diseases like colds could kill her.
FDA Approves BioDelivery's Opioid Treatment For Chronic Pain
BioDelivery and Endo International's Belbuca ™ treatment for chronic pain receives 'go' signal from U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This is the only treatment option that uses a dissolvable film placed in the inner lining of the mouth for faster pain relief.
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inks Gene Editing Deal With Cambridge Startup
Two pharmaceutical giants, Vertex Pharmaceuticals and CRISPR Therapeutics, join forces to develop a new technology in gene editing in the hopes to determine a treatment for cystic fibrosis. This collaboration could lead to the discovery of a potent treatment for genetic diseases.
First Trial To Use Umbilical Cord Stem Cells For HIV Treatment Set To Start In Spain
Five people with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) are set to receive stem cell treatment through blood transplant from umbilical cords to recreate the success of the 'Berlin patient' who was cured of the disease. He is the first living person in the world to be declared HIV-free.
Merck's Star Drug Keytruda Improves Overall Survival Of Lung Cancer Patients
Merck's Keytruda showed promise in its latest trial in prolonging survival rates among patients with advanced lung cancer. The FDA approved the drug earlier this month but wanted more detailed data on its effect on survival rates among patients who did not respond to other treatment options.
Leaders Of Catholic Church Issue 10-Point Climate Change Appeal
Catholic leaders around the world came up with an appeal for climate change negotiators in the upcoming United Nations climate change summit aimed to curb global warming. Inspired by Pope Francis, their 10-point climate change appeal urges political leaders to consider poor and vulnerable nations in decision making processes.
Thrill Seekers Raise Funds For Cancer Research By Riding A Roller Coaster Naked
Brave thrill seekers rode a rollercoaster naked at Adventure Island, Essex, United Kingdom in their aim to raise money for the Southend Hospital Charitable Foundation's Keyhole Cancer Appeal. However, the participants were not able to beat the previous Guinness World Record five years ago.
Outdated Abortion Laws In Queensland Lead Scores Of Women To Travel South For Late Terminations
In line with modern medical practice wherein fetal abnormalities can be diagnosed early on, many women opt to terminate their pregnancy. However, in Australia, dissimilar laws governing abortion in various states lead scores of women to travel interstate or internationally to have legal access to abortion services.
New Study Links Blackouts, Near-Drowning To Increased Risk Of Sudden Death
A new study says that people who suffer from Long QT syndrome (LQTS) are often misdiagnosed and experience missed treatment opportunities. This can lead to increased risk for suddent death.
