Articles by Rhodi Lee
J&J ebola vaccine to begin human trials in 2015
Johnson & Johnson is set to conduct the human trial of its Ebola vaccine by early next year to assist in providing protection to health care workers and individuals with increased risks of getting infected by the deadly virus.
Health care spending looking north slowly: Report
A new government report cited the expanded insurance coverage through the Affordable Care Act, faster economic growth and the aging population as key factors that would drive the growth in healthcare spending in the coming years.
Asian camel crickets driving out native species from eastern US home basements
The greenhouse camel cricket is native to Asia but a new study revealed it is now more common in Eastern U.S. than the native species of the insect.
Scientists produce propane using E. coli bacteria. Smelly but green energy
Scientists have come up with a technique to produce renewable propane using E.coli bacteria. The green fuel may potentially replace limited sources of fuel.
87-years old Alzheimer's patient remembers daughter and tells her 'I love you' in heartwarming video
A daughter whose 87-year old mother remembered her and told her "I love you" shared the special moment she captured on video. The clip entitled "God's Gift" already has over 2 million views since it was uploaded on YouTube.
One hour of moderate exercise daily lowers heart failure risk by almost 50 percent
Participants of a new study who engage in more than one hour of moderate physical activity and half an hour of vigorous activity every day were found to be nearly half less likely to suffer from heart failure, a condition that affects more than five million Americans.
Prostate Cancer Foundation rejects $6000+ donation raised by Redditors. Why? Hint: Celebrity nude photo leaks
Prostate Cancer Foundation decided to return over $6,000 dollars in donated money that was raised through a post in a subreddit where private photos of celebrities were posted.
Stonehenge once a complete circle? Yes, dry spell suggests
A dry weather and a short hosepipe have led to a discovery that finally settles the question whether or not the stones of Stonehenge originally formed a perfect circle.
Blood of horseshoe crab contains protein invaluable for medical research
The blood of the horseshoe crab contains a protein that tests medical instruments, implants and drugs for impurities to ensure that these products are safe for use.
Mysterious blob-like structures in cells continue to baffle boffins: Key to fight disease?
The invention of the electron microscope has paved way to the discovery of assemblages. These blobs may offer a new approach to treating diseases but much about them remains a mystery.
Novartis drug LCZ696 for treating heart failure, promises to be a blockbuster
An experimental heart failure drug developed by Novartis shows potential to become a blockbuster drug. In a trial, LCZ696 has reduced cardiovascular-related deaths by 20 percent compared with an older drug.
First human trial for Ebola vaccine to begin this week in U.S.
The NIH is expediting the safety testing of Ebola vaccines that could protect thousands from contracting the deadly virus. The trial will begin this week and will involve human subjects.
Sanofi-Regeneron drug alirocumab seen reducing bad cholesterol (LDL) to huge extent
An experimental cholesterol-lowering drug called Alirocumab from Sanofi and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals significantly reduced bad cholesterol levels in four ongoing trials. An analysis also showed the drug could reduce risks for premature death, stroke, heart attack and hospitalization.
ADHD drugs not linked to stunted growth in children: Study
Some parents are concerned about giving stimulant medications to their children with ADHD for fear that these could stunt growth. New study finds no association between ADHD drugs and height in adulthood.
Low carb diet better than low fat diet for weight loss, good heart
People who avoided carbohydrates and ate more fat lost more weight and had lesser risks for stroke and heart attack than low-fat dieters, study finds.
Don't look down on worms and flies, you have similar genomes
Worms, flies and humans may be three very different and distance species but findings of a new study reveals that they share a lot of gene expression patterns, which indicate a shared ancestry.
Scientists raise dragon fish on land. Fins for walking?
Researchers raised a group of dragon fishes on land to have a better understanding of what occurred when sea animals crawled from their aquatic environment and eventually evolved to become land-dwelling creatures.
Ebola experimental drug ZMapp cures monkeys: Study
In an experimental with monkeys, researchers found that the monkeys treated with the experimental Ebola drug ZMapp were all cured raising hope that the drug could also be effective in humans.
Cancer patients often struggle with depression without getting any professional help
Depression is prevalent among cancer patients, particularly among those who are young and those who were diagnosed with lung cancer, and as many as 73 percent of these patients do not receive the treatment they need.
Meet Demodex, tiny mites on your face
Tiny mites called Demodex live on human faces and researchers of a new study found the Demodex DNA in 100 percent of adults they have tested.
Brain-eating bacteria present in Louisiana town water system
Samples taken from a water system that serves over 12,500 people in Louisiana reveal the presence of Naegleria fowleri, an amoeba that causes a deadly brain infection.
Household germs tag along with you wherever you go: Study
Each household has a distinct community of bacteria that can travel with family members when they move to a new home. The bacterial signatures are also unique as these can be potentially used for forensic investigations.
Not just in humans, yawn also contagious among wolves
Humans tend to yawn when they see another person yawning, but the contagious effect of yawning isn't just limited to humans. It appears to exist among wolves as well.
Everest experiment shows how high altitude affects blood pressure
Researchers who climbed Mount Everest found an association between high altitudes and increased blood pressure. They also found that a blood-pressure lowering drug does not work at very high altitude.
Got bad memories? Scientists can use light technique to overwrite them
Neuroscientists from MIT have come up with a technique for altering bad memories that could eventually lead to better treatment of people suffering from depression and PTSD.
Mystery how shepherd and sheepdog control unruly flock solved
Researchers unraveled the mystery of how a single sheepdog has the ability to help shepherds herd an unruly flock of sheep and it involves the dog following two simple rules.
Food shortage within next decade due to climate change, warns draft UN report
A leaked UN report reveals that food shortage will be one of the consequences of climate change as the warming climate has already reduced grain production.
Blood doping hormone may protect pre-term infants from brain damage
The hormone erythropoietin, which is used to reduce the need for blood transfusion in pre-term babies, may also protect these babies from brain damage which could potentially lead to long term development problems.
Multiple sclerosis patients may benefit from video games. Here's how
Patients suffering from multiple sclerosis saw improvements in their balance after playing video games using the Nintendo Wii Balance Board for up to 40 minutes per day, five days a week.
Hypersonic weapon of U.S. military explodes four seconds into test launch
Controllers detected a problem with the Advanced Hypersonic Weapon prompting the abortion of the mission over concerns of public safety. No one was hurt because of the incident.
