Articles by Angela Laguipo
The Deepest Part Of The Ocean Is Still A Noisy Place
Scientists once believed that the deepest part of the ocean is peaceful. However, a hydrophone recorded vast sounds coming both from natural sources and man-made noises.
Drought That Triggered Syrian Civil War Is Worst In 900 Years: Study
The drought that began in 1998 in the eastern Mediterranean Levant region is the worst one since 1100. This may have led to the devastating Syrian civil war.
Parents Of 'Difficult Children' Likely To Use iPads To Pacify Kids
Parents from low-income families tend to hand over mobile devices to their kids who are throwing a fit. The study showed the role of gadgets in family dynamics and how parents use them to keep the peace at home.
FDA Wants Essure Contraceptive Implant To Come With Stronger Warning On Potential Risks
Essure is a permanent birth control device that has 99 percent efficacy. The FDA, however, calls for stronger warning labels since the device is linked to possible serious health complications.
Cancer Patients With Partners Have Increased Chances Of Living Longer
Cancer patients who are single are more likely to die sooner than those who are in a relationship. They are more likely to die within 10 years compared to those with partners.
Blame This Gene For Your Gray Hair
A lot of people are dyeing their hair to hide signs of aging. For the first time, scientists identified a gene directly linked to the graying of hair.
Total Solar Eclipse To Occur March 8 and 9: When And Where To Watch
Residents in Australia, Southeast Asia and East Asia will get to experience a total solar eclipse on March 8 and 9. For those who want to witness this sky event, it is important to protect your eyes from the harmful rays of the sun.
This Is How Being Obese Can Impact Your Brain Memory
Obesity impacts one's cognitive ability. People who are obese are at an increased risk of cognitive impairment.
Hundreds Jump Into Icy Water To Raise Funds For Special Olympics Athletes
Supportive residents in each state conquered icy waters to raise funds for Special Olympics athletes. The annual Polar Plunge aims to support local athletes with special needs.
Rising Number Of Americans Opting For Butt Implants, Man Boob Reduction
Both men and women are opting for cosmetic surgery to improve facial features and body image. A total of 15.9 million plastic surgeries were reported in 2015.
One In 20 Indians Suffer From Rare Diseases
Millions of Indians suffer from life-threatening rare diseases and most of them are not aware. Most of these are genetically inherited and can't be cured by present treatments.
Oral Bacteria Could Be Risk Factor For Esophageal Cancer: Study
The oral bacteria that cause gum disease may be linked to the development of esophageal cancer. The study sheds light in the importance of oral hygiene and measures to promote dental health.
Walking For At Least 10 Minutes Can Help You Live Longer
If you want to live longer, get up and move. Researchers found that replacing inactivity with just 10 minutes of light movements can prolong life.
Dating Sites May Help Spread HIV: Study
Dating and hook-up sites may help spread Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection. Educating people on the risks of sexual partnerships through online sites is important.
Super Lice Outbreak: How To Treat And Protect Your Kids From Head Lice
Super lice, which are now resistant to commonly used over-the-counter drugs, can be spread to one person to another. Since kids are often victims, parents are advised on ways to protect their kids.
New MIT Prediction Tool Can Warn Sailors Of Incoming Sea Rogue Waves
Rogue waves are very hard to predict because it needs very sophisticated and expensive equipment capable of determining when they are possible to arrive. MIT scientists figured a faster and cheaper way to predict these killer waves.
Vlogger Charlotte Eades Died From Brain Cancer At 19
Charlotte Eades, an inspirational vlogger, died of brain cancer at the age of 19. She inspired a lot of people as she posted video blogs of her battle against cancer.
Ancient Chimpanzee ‘Adam’ Lived 1 Million Years Ago, Five Times Older Than Earliest Human Ancestor
Scientists found that the earliest chimpanzee is one million years old. They are five times older than the earliest human who lived 200,000 years ago.
Subway Introduces Antibiotics-Free Chicken Sandwich, Promises To Ditch Antibiotics For Turkey As Well
Subway will serve antibiotic-free chicken sandwich by March 1. This will be offered in more than 27,000 chains across the United States.
Enzyme Discovery Could Lead To Anti-Aging Products That Can Erase Wrinkles Altogether
Scientists have discovered new information about skin cells. An enzyme that declines with age is considered the key to developing new anti-aging products that actually work.
Doctors Remove Giant Tumor From The Abdomen Of Peruvian Woman
Doctors from Archbishop Loayza National Hospital in Peru removed a 35-pound ovarian tumor from a woman. It looked like she was pregnant, but twice the size.
Johnson & Johnson Lawsuit: Can Talcum Powder Cause Cancer?
Johnson & Johnson is in hot water after its baby products were linked to cancer. One of the most commonly-used talcum powder was under hot water after reports show that it can cause cancer, but does it? The Missouri jury awarded $72 million settlement on Feb.
Influenza Virus Can Hide From Body's Immune System
When a virus enters the body, the immune system acts to fight it. Researchers found that influenza can cheat the body's protective mechanism and go undetected.
Ebola Survivors Face Health Problems In Brain And Nerves
The Ebola virus infected thousands of people in West Africa in 2014. Many survived but they are faced with long-term health problems.
More Than Two-Thirds Of World's Major Delta Are Shrinking: Study
Major river deltas around the world are sinking because of human actions. River deltas are important to both humans and animals because they lessen the impact of storm surges, tsunamis and flooding.
Clean Energy May Help Save Billions In Health Costs
If the United States will cut its current level of carbon emissions, it could save hundreds of thousands of lives and billions of health costs. The benefits could outweigh implementation cost of clean energy.
Mind-Controlled Prosthetic Limbs May Be Available Within A Decade
In the next decade, paralyzed patients can possibly control their prosthetics through their thoughts. The device, stentrode, is inserted through the blood vessel and anchored next to the brain's motor cortex.
Sea Sponges Are Likely First Animals On Earth
Sea sponges may be called the first animals on Earth. Scientists discovered traces of a mysterious molecule from sea sponges in rocks that date back to about 640 million years ago.
US Senate Confirms Robert Califf To Run FDA
The FDA has a new commissioner amid the pressure the agency faces. With only one year left of the Obama administration, Dr. Robert Califf has a lot of tasks to finish.
Mars Recalls Snickers Bars In 55 Countries Because Of Choking Risk
One of the biggest food companies in the world, Mars Inc., recalled chocolate bars across 55 countries. This is after a customer found a piece of plastic inside a Snickers bar in Germany.
