Articles by Deepthi B
Graveyard Shift Negatively Affects Performance Of Women More Than Men
Women may be more affected by late night shifts than men, a new study has revealed. This can in turn affect their work performance.
Giant Megamouth Shark Captured By Japanese Fishermen: Get To Know The Extremely Rare Species
A huge and rare shark was caught by fishermen off the coast of Japan. Because of its unusually wide mouth for filtering out its prey, the shark earned its name 'megamouth.'
Trouble Sleeping? Neural Pathways Control How We Fall Asleep And Wake Up
Key findings on how we fall asleep and wake up have been revealed in this new study. This pivotal information could greatly contribute toward treatments for sleep-deprived conditions such as insomnia and jet lag.
Regular Toothpaste Just As Effective As Pricey Children's Toothpaste
Both regular adult toothpaste and the overtly expensive children's toothpaste that supposedly make bogus claims contain almost the same levels of fluoride, according to a new study. This makes the former just as effective as the latter.
Key Prebiotics In Mom's Milk For Baby's Healthy Microbiome Also Found In Cow's Milk
Cow’s milk might contain some vital prebiotic similar to what mother's milk constitutes of, according to a new research. This prebiotic compound encourages the growth of a baby’s gut bacteria and ensures supply of essential nutrients to the baby.
Hepatitis C Virus Strongly Linked To Head And Neck Cancer: Study
Hepatitis C may increase the risk for certain types of head and neck cancers, researchers say. Sadly, more than 3.5 million Americans are infected with this virus and are unaware of the same.
Little Maia Born With Only One Ear To Be Fitted With 3D Printed Prosthetic
A prosthetic ear built by a 3D printer could soon enhance toddler Maia Van Mulligan's hearing capabilities. Maia was born with just one ear.
Scientists Create Graphene-Based Sensor That Detects Air Pollution In Your Home
A newly developed graphene sensor could possibly detect levels of air pollution in homes. It is a result of a colloboration between the University of Southampton and the Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology.
Common Heartburn Drugs Up Your Risk For Kidney Failure
Long-term intake of a common drug used to treat heartburn, acid reflux, and ulcers may lead to an increased risk of kidney disease and kidney failure, new study has found.
Health, Income Inequality Grows Among Children In Wealthy Nations, UNICEF Reports
There is growing inequality among the poor and richer children across the world's wealthiest countries, reports the UNICEF. Four key parameters were used to measure this: income, education, health and life satisfaction.
Parkinson’s disease: Signs, Symptoms And Treatment
Nearly one million people in the U.S. alone are living with Parkinson's disease, but the cause for this disease remains unknown. However there are medications, therapies, lifestyle changes and surgery that can help manage the symptoms.
Goodbye, Bubble Wrap? Packages May Soon Arrive Bundled In Marine Algae
An alternative to toxic bubble wrap seems to have been innovatively created from agar, a substance which is derived from seaweeds. This award-winning innovation is making waves for its environmental-friendly quotient.
Giant Sphere In The Forests Of Bosnia Stirs Controversy: Is It Proof Of An Ancient Civilization?
"Bosnian Indiana Jones," an archaeologist in Bosnia, has landed in a controversy yet again with his claims of discovering the largest manmade spherical rock. He claims it’s humanly constructed and that it proves an ancient advanced civilization existed 1,500 years ago.
Ear Bone Fossil Points To Origins Of Dolphin Communications
The dolphins' ability to echolocate goes way back in time to about 26 million years ago, reveals a recent research. Ancient ancestors of the species were already equipped with echolocating capabilities.
Drinking More Coffee Daily May Help Fight Fatty Liver Disease: Study
Coffee might be strong enough to protect you from fatty liver diseases, reveals a recent study. The findings were presented at the International Liver Congress in Barcelona by the research team.
Lyrid Meteor Shower: When And How To Watch
Everything you need to know about the annual Lyrid meteor shower, an astronomical feat waiting to happen sometime between April 16 and 25. The burst of Lyrids is a stellar phenomenon, an event worth to be witnessed.
It Pays Off To Be Born Later: Kids Of Older Mothers End Up More Educated, Taller And Healthier
Children of older mothers might end up being more educated, healthier and taller, reveals new research. This finding counters other studies that suggest there are greater risks in delayed childbearing.
Group Of Supermassive Black Holes Are Mysteriously Aligned And Astronomers Are Asking Why
A mysterious alignment of black holes has been discovered by astronomers recently. The event is linked to 'primordial mass fluctuations' in the early universe, suggests their study.
Love The Flab: Your Love Handles May Hold The Secret To Curing Diabetes
Stem cells from the fatty deposition around your waist might help in curing diabetes, suggests a new research. The genetically programmed cells were found not only to produce insulin but also to wipe out excess sugar from the body.
Wear Earplugs During Loud Concerts: Not Cool, But It Will Save You From Temporary Hearing Loss
Wearing earplugs to loud concerts or night clubs, albeit not so cool, can considerably prevent temporary noise-induced hearing loss which is rising prevalently in young adults.
When Was The Bible Written? New Study Suggests Earlier Than We Thought
Literacy rates of a bygone era could possibly shed light on when the Bible could have been ideally written. Research suggests that it could have been inked much earlier than previously believed.
Neanderthals May Have Died From Tropical Diseases Carried By Humans From Africa
Neanderthals died out around 40,000 years ago and a new hypothesis presented by researchers is challenging all the other existing theories regarding their annihilation. The new theory suggests that disease contraction may have led to the extinction of the close relatives of modern humans.
Hundreds Hit The Streets To Protest Ontario's Vaping Ban Proposal
The new legislation on the ban of vaping in venues where regular tobacco smoking is already prohibited was met with protests in Ontario, Canada. While protesters claim that vaping has helped them quit smoking, experts still believe it is not a good way to effectively get rid of the habit.
Eating Salmon During Pregnancy May Protect Baby From Asthma
A recent study has linked the intake of salmon during pregnancy to reduced risks of asthma in offspring.
Scientists Discovered Six New Dragon Millipede Species In Chinese Caves
Six new dragon millipede species have been discovered in the caves of China. The ghost dragon millipede shows another common adaptation to underground life in caves. The complete loss of pigmentation gives the animal a ghost-like appearance.
Commonly Prescribed Parkinson's Drugs Up Risk Of Compulsive Gambling, Shopping, Binge Eating, Hyper Sexuality
A certain class of drugs used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease has been linked to Impulsive control disorders that increase risk of compulsive gambling, shopping, eating etc.
Tigers Declared 'Functionally Extinct' In Cambodia: Here's What The Government Plans To Do
Tigers have been declared "Functionally Extinct" in Cambodia and the Government plans to revive the tiger population in the country.
Are You Overeating? Blame That Attractive Food Packaging
A study reveals that attractive food packaging leads consumers to eat more than the suggested size. Moreover, the images on the box is more than the actual recommended serving size.
Certain Species Survived Mass Extinctions Using Live Fast, Die Young Strategy
A study of ancient fossils reveals that species adapted to life post the catastrophic mass extinction, by enabling shorter life expectancies and early reproduction - 'live fast, die young' strategy.
PeaceHealth St. John Notifies Nearly 300 Patients Of Possible Exposure To HIV, Hepatitis C And Hepatitis B
PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center has notified nearly 300 patients who might have been exposed to HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. The likelihood of infection is extremely low, but the hospital is still exercising caution and offering tests to concerned patients.
