Articles by Lori Sandoval
Chiropractic manipulation may help relieve back-related leg pain
Besides short walks, back-related leg pain can find relief from chiropractic manipulation, a new study finds. Here’s what it says.
Act on climate change and boost economic growth, new report suggests
It's possible to hit two birds with one stone, says a new report, dispelling the idea that achieving economic growth and fighting climate change at the same time is next to impossible.
Local bird species in danger because of climate change
The National Audubon Society released a new report on the effects of climate change to North American bird species. Here’s what it said.
Scientists develop soft exoskeleton that fits like your jeans
The Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering has designed a smart suit that aims to help military personnel perform their duties while decreasing injury risks. The Soft Exosuit will also be developed for civilians with limited mobility.
Play video games with Will Ferrell. Help charities. Join SuperMegaBlastMax Gamer Challenge
Actor and comedian Will Ferrell uses his humor and technology to raise funds for a serious issue: Cancer. His campaign aims to help cancer patients and survivors get through the day.
Whopper! SanDisk launches 512GB SD card. And it's pricey
SanDisk just launched the SD card with the highest capacity worldwide at the moment, boasting of innovative offerings to meet the demands of new technologies.
Mother of Serena Williams Profitt says she is haunted by painful screams and tears of daughter who died because of E. coli
Parents of the four-year-old girl who died from a very deadly E.coli strain are angry at Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital for not having done much to look into their daughter’s condition. Here’s why.
Cites come into effect to regulate trade in five shark species and manta rays
International trade of sharks and manta rays will now be regulated, requiring special certificates and permits, according to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora.
Ancient Egyptian tomb artworks provide clues to mammal extinction 6,000 years ago
A team of scientists has collected a list of large mammals living in the Nile River and thriving over 6,000 years ago, thanks to artifacts. Here’s what they discovered.
You don't know everything about Stonehenge. See what new digital maps reveal
Contrary to popular belief, the iconic Stonehenge was never alone all along. A new project by the University of Birmingham reveals its landscape included other previously unidentified structures.
Actavis combo high blood pressure pill gets thumbs down from FDA advisory panel
An FDA panel turns down the recommendation of a new drug treatment for hypertension, which is a combination of two previously approved drugs. However, drug maker Actavis isn't giving up.
Fish oil might help decrease seizures in epileptic patients: Study
Fish oil in low doses—but not in high doses—might ease seizures from epilepsy, a new study by UCLA researchers has discovered. Here’s why.
Monet landscape masterpiece in Cornelius Gurlitt's suitcase?
A Claude Monet painting was discovered in a suitcase of the late German art aficionado Cornelius Gurlitt. A team of art historians are evaluating if it was a loot or not.
Unknown respiratory virus prompts Illinois hospital to bar kids from visiting facility
Children became a target of a still-unidentified virus in Illinois, affecting a significant number of them over the holiday weekend. The Blessing Hospital, where these children got admitted, issued a warning.
California blue whale population up amid shipping lane, other threats
California blue whales have reached near historical levels, says a new scientific research. But don’t blame ship strikes or whaling just yet. Here’s why.
With wires, without wires, wearing bras does not cause breast cancer: Study
With or without underwire, bras do not cause or increase the risk of breast cancer, according to a recent study by a cancer research center. Read here how this was proven.
Ancient relatives of mammals were nocturnal creatures
The nocturnal activity or behavior among living mammals is nothing new, says a new study. Researchers discovered that the behavior dates back to the ancient relatives of mammals.
Lack of sleep shrinks your brain, experts say
It’s been said time and again that sleep is good for body and brain health. A new study even links sleep difficulties or poor quality of sleep to brain decline.
Man with upside-down head defies medical theories, conquers challenges
It’s too early to define any human being by his disability alone, as proven by this man born with head upside down. Suffering from congenital arthrogryposis disease, he proved that anything is possible.
GE 3D mammogram device wins FDA approval
FDA recently approved a mammogram device called SenoClaire, which was developed by General Electric Company and created for the purpose of further helping physicians detect and diagnose breast cancer.
Got allergies? Gut bacteria to the rescue
Have food allergies? A gut bacteria can help you fight off these allergens, says a new study. Here’s how it does it.
Pluto-bound New Horizons spacecraft says hello to Neptune
New Horizons spacecraft of NASA has crossed the orbit of Neptune as it’s on its way to exploring Pluto. Scientists expect the exploration to be full of surprises.
Chinese supersonic submarine with speed up to 3600 mph a step closer to reality
Russians first developed a submarine based on supercavitation technology. Now, China claims it is moving closer to developing such and more advancement in tow. Will it be a hit or a miss?
Boy stumbles upon 10,000-year-old arrowhead on NJ beach
A lucky boy has discovered a rare artifact in the Long Beach Island, believed to be from the Paleo-Indian period. Experts confirmed it is a significant arrowhead from around 10,000 years ago.
MTV reality show star Diem Brown battles colon cancer
MTV celebrity Diem Brown was an ovarian cancer survivor twice. Just recently however, she is diagnosed with colon cancer. Here’s what happened.
Scientists unearth 7,000-year-old copper awl, oldest metal object in Middle East
Researchers have discovered an important artifact, known as copper awl, in the Middle East. Learn why it is regarded as an important discovery up to this day.
Breakfast is 'just another meal,' suggests study
Here’s something for you to chew on. Two new studies claim breakfast isn’t the most important meal of the day, whether for weight-loss seekers or otherwise.
Water loss of 63 trillion gallons causing western U.S. ground to rise
Water wastage and loss is never a good thing, as a new study finds it is causing U.S. soil to rise more than normal. Here’s what the researchers discovered.
Corals, fish know the smell of bad reefs
It appears that both young fish and corals can identify a healthy habitat from a damaged one, thanks to chemical cues from the reefs, according to a research conducted in Fiji.
FDA approves Eliquis for leg, lung blood clot treatment
The U.S. FDA approved the use of Eliquis as an effective alternative treatment for DVT and PE conditions. Eliquis is a byproduct of a collaborative work between Bristol-Myers Squibb and Pfizer.
