Articles by Katherine Derla
New Cancer Therapy Method: Ultraviolet Light May Soon Replace Chemotherapy
A new method of killing cancer cells makes use of ultraviolet light. This novel cancer therapy targets tumors alone and can be beneficial to patients with problematic tumors in the brain stem, spine and aorta.
This App Can Track Great White Sharks, Allow Users To Submit Sightings
A new mobile app can track great white sharks in the ocean and even allow users to submit their own sightings from anywhere in the world. The app can become a vital tool for beachgoers, fishermen, boaters, researchers and pilots.
Brexit Leads To Drug Price Surge, Denies Patients NHS Life-Saving Drugs
Thousands of UK patients could suffer delays in the purchase of medicine and services that could save their lives due to the post-Brexit drug price surge. This raised concerns that the NHS might not be able to buy some medicines.
'Drunkorexia' Trend More Common Than First Thought, More College Students Are Skipping Meals And Binging On Alcohol
Study finds that "drunkorexia," the meal-skipping and alcohol-binging trend, is more common than previously thought. It is more popular among young women in college who use extreme weight-loss or weight-control methods to make up for the anticipated calories from alcohol.
Sperm-Donor Kids Ask About Their Biological Fathers At Age Three
Where's my daddy? Sperm-donor kids are asking questions about their biological fathers starting at 3 years old. The new research is the first to study the emotions of donor-conceived children.
Toxic Chemicals In Plastic, Air, Food Affect Children's Brain Development
A group of scientists, experts and children's health advocates signed an agreement highlighting the dangers brought on by toxic chemicals in plastic, food and air. They said that these common and widely used chemicals could affect brain development of children.
Finnish Cardboard Boxes Help Prevent Cot Death
New parents are given Finnish cardboard boxes to help prevent cot deaths among newborn infants in the UK. The trial is aimed at lowering the high infant mortality rates.
Existing Leukemia Drug May Help Fight Specific Ovarian Cancer
Preliminary tests of an existing leukemia drug showed promise in helping fight a specific type of ovarian cancer. Since the drug is already approved and proven safe, this could lead to fast development and rollout of new, personalized treatments.
Paracetamol May Increase Child’s Future Autism Risk Among Pregnant Women
Women who take paracetamol during their pregnancies could be increasing their child's future autism risk. A new study finds that children exposed to the drug have higher risks of developing autism spectrum symptoms by as much as 30 percent.
South Korea Confirms Sixth Case Of Zika Infection
South Korea confirmed its sixth Zika case in a 28-year-old woman, who traveled to the Caribbean island of Dominica in June 2014 and returned home on June 23. All six of South Korea's Zika cases are travel-related.
Scientists Create Foul-Smelling Perfume That Will Make You Smell Like A Comet
Eau de comet, ladies? British scientists partnered with a perfume company to create a scent that mimic's the smell of a comet's surface. Despite sounding glamorous, it might deliver a knockout punch to your date in more ways than one.
Smartphone Menstrual Cycle Apps Rarely Work, May Cause Unplanned Pregnancy
Many women are using fertility or menstrual mobile apps as a form of contraception instead of a tool to help them conceive. A new study finds that many of these apps are ineffective and can even lead to unplanned pregnancies.
Skin Cancer Rate Among Over 55s Spikes As 'Sun, Sea And Sangria Generation' Seeks The Sun
The older generation is paying the price for their sun-filled holidays years ago. Skin cancer rates among people aged 55 and above spiked dramatically in the past 20 years.
Here Are The Most Expensive Cities To Give Birth In The US
Sacramento is the most expensive city to have a baby through routine vaginal delivery and C-section. A report finds that the cost varies greatly not just from city to city but also from one hospital to another.
Top 10 Leading Causes Of Death In The US: What Is The No. 1 Killer In America?
What are the top 10 leading causes of death in America? A report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds heart disease and cancer continue to top the list.
Hundreds Of Clinics In The US Are Selling Unapproved Stem Cell Treatments
A federal oversight led to hundreds of companies and clinics offering unapproved stem cell treatments across the United States. These therapies, which offer solutions — from skin aging to spinal cord injuries, could cause serious harm to patients.
Crops Grown On Martian Soil Are Safe To Eat: Scientists
A dinner on Mars is possible after all. Scientists have successfully grown crops on Mars-like soil and found they are safe to eat, and 'possibly' healthier than the same crops grown using regular potting soil.
Stem Cell Research May Help ALS Patients, Study Shows Promise But Has Yet to Confirm Benefits
Scientists test the safety of large quantity stem cell injections in 15 ALS patients. The initial findings show promise but have yet to confirm if the therapy benefits patients in the long run.
Spring Awakening: Nighttime Light Pollution Causes Spring To Come Earlier
Excessive light pollution is messing up Mother Nature's schedule. A study finds that nighttime light pollution is causing trees, even the later-budding ones, to bud earlier - at least a week in advance.
More Women Shave Their Pubic Hair For Hygiene But Practice Poses Health Risks: Doctors
To shave or not to shave? Majority of women said they shave down south for hygiene purposes but doctors said shaving, waxing or trimming can aggravate the area and even lead to bacterial growth.
Exercise Helps Children Learn, Make Better Grades In School: Experts
Play and exercise improve learning and boost brain power in school kids. An international panel of experts says time-out exercise or physical activities in school can help improve academic performance, promote core values and develop important life skills.
China Launches New Rocket, Prototype Crew Capsule For Planned Second Space Station
China is right on track for development of the world's second space station. The country recently launched the Long March 7 rocket, which carried a prototype crew capsule, from its new Wenchang Satellite Launch Center on June 25.
Dramatic Inequality Among World's Richest, Poorest Children: 69 Million Will Die Of Preventable Causes, Says UNICEF
A UNICEF report has found that around 69 million children will die from preventable causes by 2030 if global poverty is not addressed. Half of the deaths could occur in sub-Saharan Africa communities before the children even turn 5.
Disease Type May Dictate Quality Of End-Of-Life Care: Study
Patients suffering from dementia or cancers may receive more end-of-life care compared with people dying from other diseases. Findings suggest that illness type may dictate the quality of care dying patients receive.
Teen Health Checks Should Include Screenings For Suicide Risks: Pediatricians
Leading pediatrician group in the United States urges doctors to include suicide risks screenings during routine health checks among teenagers. The recommendation follows the recent information that suicide is now the second-leading cause of adolescent deaths.
What Is Blue Wine And Why Is It A Trendy, New Drink?
There's a trendy, new drink that is designed to shake things up in the seemingly snobbish wine industry. Spanish company Gïk introduces the blue wine to entice new drinkers, especially the younger non-wine drinkers.
14,000-Year-Old Mammoth Skeleton Discovered In Mexico City During A Drain Installation
Archaeologists unearth the remains of a 14,000-year-old Columbian mammoth in the Tultepec village in Mexico City. The fossilized remains were discovered during a drain installation, lying two meters underneath a village street.
Are You Naughty Or Nice? Scientists Use Mathematical Model To Understand Why
Some people are genetically wired to be nice despite living side to side with opposites who seem to exploit such niceness. Scientists developed a mathematical model to understand how some people evolve to become nice while others stay nasty.
State Laws Have Little Effect On Opioid Overdose Among Disabled Workers: Study
Opioid-related state laws have little effect on misuse and overdose cases among disabled Medicare beneficiaries. Report findings suggest that laws passed between 2006 and 2012 failed to address the fundamental pain and isolation that lead many Americans toward opioid abuse.
Babies With Genetically Low Birth Weight More Likely To Develop Type 2 Diabetes In Later Life
Babies born with genetically low birth weight have increased risks of developing type 2 diabetes later in life. This is the first research to analyze the possible causal association between type 2 diabetes risk and low birth weight.
