Articles by Angela Laguipo
Wiping C-Section Babies With Vaginal Bacteria May Expose Them To Infection
A lot of mothers and health practitioners opt for vaginal seeding. Doctors warn that this practice, which has not been proven to be effective yet, may increase the infant's risk of infection.
More Than One-Third Of Americans Believe Genetically-Modified Mosquitoes Spread Zika Virus
A biotechnology firm released genetically modified mosquitoes in Brazil three years ago and these are blamed for the spread of Zika virus. In a new survey, more than one-third of Americans think this conspiracy theory is true.
Reducing US Carbon Emissions May Prevent 295,000 Deaths By 2030
If the United States could cut back its carbon emissions, it could save nearly 300,000 lives by 2030. Air pollution has been linked to increased number of premature deaths.
Excessive Antibiotic Use May Trigger Mental Confusion: Study
A new study sheds light in the possible link between antibiotic use and delirium in patients. Delirium, a serious disruption in brain function, could lead to serious complications if it's left untreated.
Psychologists Begin Project To Tackle Britain's Seagull Menace
The numbers of seagulls in Britain has been increasing. Scientists plan to study the behavior of these birds through the use of psychologists.
Polar Bear Patrols Reduce Harmful Interactions Between Humans And Polar Bears
Polar bears face the detrimental effects of climate change. Due to the scarcity of food, they spend more time on land, posing threats to humans.
Drought And Climate Change Threaten Nearly All Forests In the US
The current drought experienced by forests in the West can spread across the whole country. Scientists should bridge their knowledge gap on the harmful effects of drought and climate change.
Astronomers Discover What Could Be Longest-Lasting Stellar Eclipse
People on Earth look forward to events like solar and lunar eclipses. These are nothing compared to what astronomers discovered: a stellar eclipse lasting for three and a half years.
NASA Scientists Working On Laser Propulsion System That Can Get Humans To Mars In Three Days
Travel to Mars could be trimmed from five months to just three days, thanks to a new propulsion system NASA is working on. Though the technology seemed too far-fetched, this could be a reality.
Beijing Plans For Ventilation Corridors To Deal With Smog And Pollutants
Authorities in Beijing plan to build ventilation corridors to disperse smog across the city. Beijing faced several "smogpocalypse" incidents in the past months causing closures of highways and schools.
One Third Of US K-12 Science Teachers Are Climate Change Deniers: Survey
Science teachers directly influence students on topics concerning the environment. One-third of science teachers in the United States may not be teaching students about climate change correctly.
The More Money You Have, The Longer You Live: Report
Rich and educated people live longer than poor people. The disparity has been increasing over time. Rich people beat poor people in so many ways, including longevity.
Displaying Buddha, Moral Symbols On Your Desk Can Ward Off Evil Requests
Displaying religious images in the office may ward off unethical requests from supervisors. This influences officemates to behave ethically.
New Genetic Blood Test Detects Inherited Heart Conditions
A new blood test can detect faulty genes linked to inherited heart conditions. Doctors say the new test is more reliable than other tests used to identify gene mutations, allowing for the immediate and cost-effective treatment of potentially fatal cardiac disorders.
More Than 18,000 Americans Applied To Be NASA Astronauts
More than 18,000 astronaut aspirants applied to NASA. This is the largest number of applications received since 1978.
UN Climate Chief Christiana Figueres To Step Down, Praises Governments For Paris Pact
U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change Executive Secretary Christiana Figueres said she will end her six-year term in July. She spearheaded the Paris Deal, an agreement among countries to cut greenhouse emissions to fight climate change.
Scientists Unearth Perfectly Preserved 3,000-Year-Old Wooden Wheel In ‘British Pompeii’
Archeologists found the oldest and most perfectly preserved Bronze Age wheel in Britain. The discovery is the oldest artifact unearthed in the area.
Astronaut Tim Peake’s Street Turned Into A Zero-Gravity Zone Thanks To Alton Towers
Locals at Tim Peake's street got a chance to see what it's like to live on the International Space Station with zero-gravity. Alton Towers turned the street "weightless".
Map Reveals Which Places On Earth Are Most Sensitive To Climate Change
Climate scientists know that global warming affects parts of the world differently. A new map shows how sensitive some regions of the world are to climate variability.
Getting Enough Sleep? One-Third Of American Adults Don’t: CDC
Lack of sleep is experienced by a lot of people across the globe. A new report says that one-third of Americans are not getting enough sleep.
China Proposes Gravitational Wave Research Projects
The discovery of gravitational waves by American scientists encouraged the Chinese research community to propose projects of their own. This could be an opportunity for China to become a global leader in the field of gravitational wave research.
Children's Exposure To Higher Lead Levels Linked To Violent Crimes Later In Life
Australian kids exposed to environmental lead are more likely to manifest aggressive behavior in later life. A new study sheds light on the importance of preventing lead exposure in populous areas especially where kids live.
Atheism Not A Modern Invention: Book Claims Disbelief In The Supernatural Thrived In Ancient Times
Disbelief in supernatural beings or gods thrived in the ancient times. This challenges previous assumptions that atheism is a product of modernization.
Salmon Born In Hatcheries Have Different DNA Level Compared With Wild Salmon
Hatcheries provide basic necessities for fishes just like in their natural habitat. There are, however, genetic changes that happen as a result of adaptation to an artificial environment.
Discovery Of Five New Exoplanets Extends Catalogue Of Hot Jupiters
Astronomers have discovered five new exoplanets similar in characteristics to Jupiter. Using Wide Angle Search for Planets-South Or WASP-South, these exoplanets show distinct characteristics of their own.
WHO Seeks $56 Million To Fight Zika As Mosquito-Borne Virus Spreads To 39 Countries
Zika virus is now present in 39 countries, which is why the World Health Organization will implement a strategic program to thwart the further spread of the disease. The agency estimates that it will need about $56 million to execute the entire plan.
This Is What Happens If Earth Falls Into A Black Hole
A black hole is a particular area in space where the gravity is so strong, it collapses on itself. If ever Earth fell into a black hole, three events are speculated to take place - all of which aren't good news.
Teen Boy's Attitude Towards Risky Sex, Pregnancy And Birth Control Predicts What Kind Of Father He Will Be
It is possible to determine if male teens will live with their future children. Their attitudes toward risky sex, pregnancy and birth control could predict patterns of fatherhood in the future.
World's Largest Radio Telescope Will Relocate 9000 People In China
China plans to relocate more than 9,000 residents to give way to the construction of the Five-Hundred-Meter Aperture Spherical Telescope. Upon completion, FAST will become the world's largest telescope, and will be used to explore deep space.
Sugar As Harmful To Brain As Extreme Stress, Abuse
Increased sugar intake is linked to a range of diseases. A new study found that sugar consumption in early life is harmful to the brain just as stress and abuse.
