Articles by Livia Rusu
Aria Child Recalls Strollers Due To Fall And Laceration Risks
The company Aria Child found itself in the position of having to withdraw almost 30,000 strollers from the market. Five of the models are considered to be hazardous and numerous customers are complaining about the accidents caused by the strollers.
Up To A Third Of Autism Cases Could Be Linked To One Protein In The Brain: Study
Researchers may have finally understood one of the causes of autism. According to a recent study, reducing the level of a specific protein in the brain called nSR100 may be enough to trigger autistic behaviors.
Brightest Flash Of Cosmic Light May Be The Result Of A Star Being Destroyed By A Supermassive Black Hole
A mysterious flash of light spotted by astronomers in the sky may actually be a very rare phenomenon. According to researchers, this is a particular case of a star being swallowed by a massive black hole, which provides valuable information about the nature of such events.
Drug Companies Poured 780 Million Painkiller Pills Into West Virginia
West Virginia has shipped a giant number of painkillers inside the state, from 2007 to 2012. Prior to the investigation, which found these alarming numbers, nobody ever reported suspicious activities of the pharmacies throughout state.
Bacteria Can Help Manage Pollutant Levels In Seabirds: Study
New research suggests that bacteria responsible for the levels of mercury in seabirds facilitates a low level of toxicity. The study connects the sudden drop of the fish population living on the surface water to the increasing population of eagles.
America Faces Whipped Cream Shortage After Airgas Factory Explosion
A shortage of Reddi-wip whips stores ahead of the holidays, after an explosion at the company's factory. Although stores have a supply of the whipped cream, people are encouraged to purchase it as soon as possible.
Scientists Are Looking To Improve People's Confidence By Tapping Into Their Brains
Researchers have found a way to stimulate confidence in patients' brains. The technique they are using is called neurofeedback, and it refers to the type of pattern of the brain activity that can be stimulated while completing a task.
Living Bandage: Researchers Trial New Stem Cell Therapy For Knee Injuries On Humans
Meniscal tears are some of the most common injuries that affect sportsmen around the world. Due to a new treatment developed in the United Kingdom, these injuries could be treated by using stem cells, thus improving the recovery process.
Obama Admin Abandons Medicare Drug-Reimbursement Plan
Medicare Plan B will not be finalized before the Obama administration leaves office. Most of the Republicans and even a few Democrats were thrilled to hear the news.
Deaths From Synthetic Opioid Overdose Up By 72 Percent: CDC
The number of deaths caused by overdose of synthetic opioids in 2014 dramatically increased in 2015. According to CDC, fentanyl is one of the most powerful drugs that contributed to this status quo.
Obama Admin Bans States From Defunding Planned Parenthood
A new rule of the Obama administration, which would forbid states from choosing not to fund Planned Parenthood, is to become active just two days before President-elect Trump begins his term. The rule is seen as a last attempt to maintain the status quo, but it will most likely be challenged.
Detroit Crews Install 65,000 New LED Streetlights
The mayor of Detroit has just revealed the new streetlight system of the city, which is entirely LED-based. The $185 million project is aimed at making the city safer and more accessible.
DEA Declares CBD And Other Marijuana Extracts Illegal Under New Rule
A new ruling of the DEA declared CBD along with other marijuana extracts as illegal. While widely contested, the classification uses the potential threat that misuse and abuse pose.
Researchers Turn To RNA Nanoparticles To Overcome Treatment-Resistant Breast Cancer
New research showed that using nanoparticles in the treatment of breast cancer can stop the disease from spreading and make cancer cells respond to tamoxifen therapy. The nanodelivery system showed promise in overcoming treatment resistance among breast cancer patients.
Aspirin Found To Slow The Spread Of Colon, Pancreatic Cancer
Latest study shows that aspirin can be efficient in reducing the spread of colon and pancreatic cancer. The anti-platelet effect of the medicine prevents the growth of certain types of tumors.
FDA Issues Safety Warning Against Anesthetic Use In Pregnant Women, Children Below 3
FDA warning raised concern about prolonged or repeated use of anesthetics in infants or mothers in their third trimester of pregnancy. The practice was associated with cognitive development issues as well as behavioral consequences.
Women Denied Abortion Access May Have Higher Risk Of Mental Health Issues
A longitudinal study showed that women who had abortion are less exposed to mental health issues than the ones who didn't. Research also suggests women should be informed about medical facts to make the right choice.
Can’t Smell Asparagus In Your Pee? Here’s Why
A study published in The BMJ analyzed the reason why only some people detect the unpleasant smell of urine in people who eat asparagus. It seems the causes of the phenomenon are related to several genetic variations.
Mutations In Genes Essential To Life Play A Role In Autism Spectrum Disorder Development
ASD development has been connected to essential genes. According to new research, mutations at the level of essential genes is crucial in developing autism spectrum disorders.
Why Do Men Lack The Penis Bone? The Baculum Plays A Role In Sexual Competition In The Animal Kingdom: Study
The penis bone or the baculum is quite common among mammals, but it is not present in humans, which has puzzled researchers for a long time. According to a new study, monogamy may be the reason.
'Pokémon GO' Exercise Benefit Short-Lived, Says Study
The physical benefit one gets from playing 'Pokémon GO' is not so significant as previously implied, according to new research. After the first week of playing, people eventually return to their normal physical routines.
‘Brightest Supernova Ever’ Actually Star Death Caused By Rapidly Spinning Black Hole
Additional observation on the brightest supernova that was observed in 2015 revealed that the occurrence was, in fact, caused by a tidal disruption. The star came across a Kerr black hole, which spins very rapidly.
Off-Duty Firefighter Recognizes Symptoms Of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning, Saves 30 In A Restaurant
An off-duty firefighter saved 30 people in a restaurant, after having detected signs of carbon monoxide poisoning. The gas is all the more dangerous as it is odorless and colorless.
Benefits Of ‘Kangaroo Mother Care’ Technique In Premature Babies Persist 20 Years Later
Kangaroo Mother Care, a technique used 20 years ago for premature babies in Colombia, appeared to influence their lives in a most positive manner. According to recent research, babies whose parents use this technique have fewer behavioral problems and are more successful than their counterparts placed in normal incubators.
Drug Abuse, Alcohol And Cigarette Use Down In US Teens: NIH Survey
According to a new report, the rates of drug abuse have significantly decreased among high school seniors in the United States. The declining trend began approximately a decade ago and it has hit new lows in 2016.
1 In Every 6 Adults In America Fills At Least One Prescription For Psychiatric Drugs In A Year
According to a new research letter, one in six adults in the United States used prescription drugs in 2013. The research, which only analyzed the span of a year, signals strong ethnic differences correlated with drug use.
Alien Towers Spotted On Mars? Alien And UFO Experts Say Red Planet Full Of Intelligent Life Artifacts
UFO enthusiasts are certain that the three formation photographed recently on Mars may actually be towers built by an advanced civilization. NASA however claims that the key to the mystery may actually be found in the human brain.
Super-Flexible Liquid Crystal Device Developed For Bendable, Rollable Displays
Researchers at Tohoku University have developed a new technology allowing the creation of flexible devices. According to them, the new devices will not only be more flexible, but also more damage-resistant, and superior in terms of image quality.
Individual Athletes More Likely To Experience Depression Than Athletes In Team Sports
A study conducted by German researchers reveals the fact that individual athletes are more likely to suffer from depression than those involved in team sports. The new discoveries offer interesting insights and may help provide better support and mental health aid in the future.
3D Imaging Technology Displays Details Undetectable To The Naked Eye During Brain Surgery
Brain surgeons have employed, for the first time in California, a 3D imaging technique in order to better scan the brain pathways during surgery. The technique has the potential to replace the traditional two-dimensional tools.
