Articles by Dianne Depra
Indiana Currently In The Throes Of HIV Epidemic
Gov. Mike Pence is considering all options now that an HIV outbreak is growing in Indiana, looking for the best way possible to stop the virus in its tracks.
Ebola Vaccine Trial In Humans Shows Promising Results
With immune response detected and no adverse effects reported, a vaccine developed using the Ebola virus strain responsible for the outbreak in West Africa is showing a lot of promise.
John Urschel Of Baltimore Ravens Balances Football With Math
The best of both worlds: after being drafted by the NFL last spring, John Urschel went on to publish a paper in a math journal.
Emergent BioSolutions Treatment For Inhaled Anthrax Gets FDA Nod
FDA approves Emergent BioSolutions’ Anthrasil as treatment for inhalational anthrax, takes a step towards supporting measures to protect the population in the event of a biological attack.
Cyberbees With Tracking Backpacks Help Scientists Study Bee Population Decline
Researchers are turning to bees to understand better why their population is declining. Getting a closer look at the threats they are facing through tracking backpacks.
Turn It Off, Baby! Earth Hour 2015 Seeks Another Hour Of Darkness To Promote Sustainability
A lot could happen in an hour. During Earth Hour 2015, an hour of darkness leads to a massive drop in electricity use, allowing anyone to do their bit for the environment.
Animals Can Predict Earthquakes And This Is How They Do It
Animals as earthquake forecasters? It's possible, given their acute sensitivity to the environment as observed at the Yanachaga National Park in Peru.
Want To Live Longer? Up Your Chances With A Bowl Of Quinoa Per Day
You already know eating right is key to good health. Boost your chances of living longer by including a bowl of quinoa in your diet.
Kelly Osbourne Approves Of Angelina Jolie Decision To Remove Ovaries
You do what you got to do. Kelly Osbourne understands the intricacies of dealing with cancer, supporting Angelina Jolie’s move to undergo preventive surgery to address the disease.
Antibiotics For Gut Bacteria Show Surprising Results In Treating Autism
John Rodakis saw the improvement in his son’s autism while taking antibiotics so he began researching, collaborating with experts to determine how the microbiome affects the condition.
Researchers Eyeing Artificial Sweetener As Possible Anti-Cancer Treatment
A study has once again associated artificial sweetener with cancer. But this time, scientists think saccharin could fight the disease rather than cause it.
US Attempting To Develop Vaccine Against Bird Flu
Bird flu is threatening commercial and backyard poultry in the United States. As a precaution, the USDA has been tasked with developing a vaccine for birds.
Cleaning Up Old Satellites And Space Junk Could Soon Be Done With Giant Fishing Nets
Go fishing in space? Tests are under way as the ESA is considering using fishing nets for capturing space debris and clearing junk from busy orbit lanes.
India To Extend Mars Orbiter Mission By Half A Year
India's Mars Orbiter Mission will be spending more time on the Red Planet as the orbiter is announced to extend its exploration mission.
Many Alzheimer's Patients Do Not Know About Their Condition
Dealing with Alzheimer’s disease is nothing to scoff at, but a report has revealed that a lot of people don’t actually know they have the condition, reducing their ability to manage the disease properly.
Scientists May Have Discovered A Way To Listen To The Sound Of Stars
Stars can be visually observed in a number of ways. Researchers have discovered, however, that it is also possible to hear stars, thanks to lasers and plasma.
Ill Worker In Antarctica To Make 2 Week Ocean Voyage To Australia For Treatment
An Australian Antarctic Division tradesman fell seriously ill and had to be airlifted to an icebreaker that will take him on a two-week journey to Australia for treatment.
Santa Barbara County Resident Transported To LA For Ebola Monitoring
A resident from the Santa Barbara County has been moved to a hospital in Los Angeles for close monitoring after the individual manifested symptoms while under observation after arriving from West Africa.
Study Shows Acne Patients Fail To Take Their Prescribed Medication
It looks like non-adherence to medication is also a problem for those suffering from acne, with many of them failing to fill out prescriptions given by their dermatologists.
Obama in White House Science Fair Announcement Pledges $240 Million For STEM Education
Science, technology, engineering and math education are getting a boost - thanks to $240 million in pledges. The funding will be announced at the White House Science Fair, celebrating innovation with young scientists.
Air Pollution Could Make Allergy Season Even Worse
Dreading allergy season? Brace yourself — researchers have found that air pollution can exacerbate nasal allergies by altering allergens and amplifying their effects.
Top Chinese Meteorologist Warns Climate Change Will Have 'Huge Impact' On Country
So far, climate change effects have proved to be problematic. China may be seeing more of these problems in the future though, warned the country's top weather official.
Email Evidence Claims WHO Delayed Declaring Ebola Emergency
The way the WHO responded to the Ebola crisis has been highly criticized, but it looks like the problem began way earlier when the agency held off on declaring a global emergency.
More Sleep Equals More Sex For Women, Says New Study
Catching up on sleep now has more exciting benefits. According to a study, sleeping more translates into better sex lives for women regardless of age.
Ohio Man To Get $1 Million After 39 Years In Prison
For being wrongfully imprisoned for 39 years, Ricky Jackson is getting more than $1 million from Ohio, as approved by the court.
Development Of Agriculture May Have Induced Shift In Human Reproduction
Humans adapt well to their environment. Researchers have found that with less emphasis on gathering food, a preference for men with more diplomatic capabilities grew.
Solar Eclipse Wows Skygazers In The Faroe Islands
Faroe Islands is a popular spot for astronomers because it offers great views of the sky. For the solar eclipse, the northern tip of the island offers the best seat.
Florida Officials Mired In Latest Climate Change Issue
Not everyone believes climate change is real. Officials respond to the claim that Florida put its foot down on the issue by banning the use of the term in official communications.
Viking Ring Excavated In Sweden Found With Mysterious Islamic Engraving
The Vikings had connections to the Islam world? Yes, according to a finger ring discovered in a grave in the ancient Viking trading center in Birka, Sweden.
Close To 30 Kansas High Schoolers Test Positive For Tuberculosis
TB has spread in a high school in Kansas but fortunately the number of cases is small, making the situation easier to control. Health officials are working together to facilitate treatment for those affected.
