Articles by Dianne Depra
Arctic Sea Ice Thinning At Alarming Rate Says Study
Researchers have known for years that sea ice in the Arctic has been melting but only now has a study provided specifics about the melt by bringing together decades of observational data.
Improvement In Southern California Air Quality Results In Healthier Lungs For Children
A study has shown that breathing cleaner air is good for children as it improves their overall health to impart benefits that last until adulthood, even helping those with asthma get better.
Oxygen Therapy May Help Increase Survival Rates In Cancer Patients
Getting the body the oxygen it needs to function is essential to good health. Oxygen therapy can improve survival rates in cancer patients by whipping killer cells to work and fight tumors, says a study.
Bristol-Myers Squibb Lung Cancer Drug Approved By The FDA
Opdivo from Bristol-Myers Squibb has been previously approved for use as treatment against metastatic melanoma. The drug adds another cancer to its list as the FDA gives it the green light to be prescribed for treating non-small cell lung cancer.
New Heat-Tolerant Species Of Algae Discovered In Arabian Gulf
Corals and algae thrive in a symbiotic relationship. With heat-tolerant algae being discovered, corals are likely imparted protection from the heat, allowing them to withstand rising water temperatures.
Climate Scientist Implicated In Bribery Scandal Wants To Defend His Work
Wei-Hock Soon believes he is being unjustly attacked. He says he is willing to defend the merits of his work with 'anyone, anytime, anywhere.'
Delaware Panel Releases Report For Climate Change Impact Preparation And Response
Delaware is serious about addressing the causes and effects of climate change. An assessment report offers recommendations for the state.
Study Shows 20 Percent Of High School Girls Experience Physical Or Sexual Abuse While Dating
According to a study, abusive relationships start sooner than anyone realizes, with 20 percent of female high school students experiencing some form of teen dating violence.
Florida Officials Take More Steps To Prevent Human-Bear Conflicts
Human-bear conflict is starting to get out of hand so the FWC is working on improving its management of the issue, also calling on contractors to help out.
NASA Hoping To Improve Satelitte Communications By Studying Ionosphere
Finding the cause will help in mitigating the effects of a disturbance. This is what is guiding researchers in their work, studying the ionosphere to provide better satellite communications.
New Study Shows Many Parents Ask Doctors To Delay Vaccination Schedules For Their Children
For various reasons, parents are requesting to spread vaccination schedules, and doctors are conceding, says a study, putting children at high risk of getting sick from vaccine-preventable diseases.
UN Panel On Climate Change Forges Ahead Despite Pachauri Scandal
No controversy will stop the IPCC from doing its job. The panel pushed through with meeting in Kenya, resolving key issues to expedite its work.
Study Claims Amgen's Kyprolis More Effective Than Takeda's Velcade
In a study, Amgen drug Kyprolis outperformed Takeda’s Velcade in efficacy as treament for relapsed multiple myeloma in combination with low-dose dexamethasone.
Study Shows Birds May Cause Increase In Lyme Disease Risk
When it comes to Lyme disease, small mammals are the usual suspects. A study has shown, however, that birds may have a lot more to do with spreading the disease than previously thought.
Bariatric Surgery Effective But Pregnant Women Advised To Choose Other Weight-loss Methods
Having an ideal weight is a great way to maintain health, most especially during pregnancy. Those looking to get pregnant should avoid baratric surgery though to steer clear of other problems.
Disney Will Retell Star Wars Saga -- Lego Style
Lego and Star Wars? Yes, please! Disney gears up for the release of 'The Force Awakens' and plans the retelling of the Star Wars saga in Lego.
Thief Returns Stolen Oscar Dress Of Lupita Nyong'o And Here's Why
What a shock it was to find out Lupita Nyong'o's Oscars dress was stolen, but it was an even bigger surprise to hear it was returned. Why didn't the thief keep it?
Gene Mutations As We Grow Old Put Us At Risk Of Leukemia?
Growing old is tough. Now, researchers are saying that simply entering your golden years drives up your leukemia risk no thanks to accumulated gene mutations.
Study Uses Big Data To Track Link Between Social Activity And Urban Movement
Cities may appear to be fueled by industrial activity but urban movement, it turns out, is also largely influenced by social interactions, as determined by a study.
U.S., Liberia Start Clinical Trial of Expiermental Drug ZMapp For Ebola
A NIAID-led clinical trial is set to start to test the safety and efficacy of ZMapp as treatment for Ebola, involving participants from the United States and Liberia.
Recent Poll Shows Most Americans Consider Taking Steps Against Climate Change A Moral Duty
Appealing to moral duty might just be what proponents need to get more people to take action to address climate change and its effects, according to a survey.
Fish Native To Japan Caught By Crabbers In Oregon Waters
Though not alarmed, experts are curious as to how a striped knifejaw, a species native to Japan, has found its way to Oregon waters.
Leprosy Cases Confirmed In Florida: Should We Blame The Armadillos?
Florida is no stranger to leprosy but cases are cropping up faster than they usually do. Health officials are looking at armadillos as the possible cause.
Drinking Coffee Regularly May Reduce Risk Of Multiple Sclerosis
Coffee addicts have one more reason why a daily cup of joe is good for the health: it offers protection against risks of multiple sclerosis.
Japanese Researchers Working On Manned Submersible To Explore Seafloor
Toward the end of the 2020s, the Japanese will be exploring the seafloor for resources 12,000 meters deep with the Shinkai 12000, a deep-sea submersible.
Former IPCC Head Pachauri Granted Bail Till March 27
A lot can happen in a month but for Rajendra Pachauri, it can be anything but arrest, as a Delhi court granted the former IPCC head interim bail.
Reseacher Finds Link Between Determining Baby Gender And Mother's Smell
A female’s body undoubtedly changes with pregnancy. In lemurs, this extends to a change in scent, the extent of which depends on the baby’s gender.
Myanmar Attempts To Contain Oubreak Of H5N1 By Culling Chickens
Bird flu is back in Myanmar, prompting officials to turn to culling chickens to prevent the H5N1 virus from spreading in the poultry industry. Controlling the outbreak in the industry also helps in protecting people.
US Lawmakers Want To Investigate Climate Science Funding Incident
Climate research influences which policies will be implemented. Lawmakers want to make sure all findings are objective by probing funding sources for climate scientists.
Skin Test May Soon Be Used To Detect Early Signs Of Dementia
As with other conditions, detecting dementia early can aid in managing symptoms sooner, helping make the situation more manageable for a patient. A skin test may help make this possible.
