Articles by Rina Marie Doctor
Obama Will Not Allow Oil Drilling In The Atlantic Ocean
The Obama administration has changed its plan of allowing oil drilling in the Atlantic ocean. The decision pleased various advocacy groups and local communities, who think that oil drilling could affect economies and possibly cause oil spills and other dangers.
Black Hole Emits Bright Red Flashes With Power Of 1000 Suns
Astronomers previously found a black hole that emitted bright red flashes with the power of 1,000 suns. Now, a new study was able to discover where those red lights may have come from.
Refugees At Greater Risk For Schizophrenia, Other Psychotic Illnesses
Refugees are at a higher risk of developing schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders than non-refugee migrants. Such finding calls for nations that accept refugees to come up with more robust health plans to address the mental health issues of these people.
Shipwreck From Explorer Vasco da Gama's Fleet Found Off Oman Coast
Shipwreck believed to be part of Vasco da Gama's fleet was found off the coast of Oman. Investigations and analyses are still ongoing, but as per initial reports, the ship looks like Esmeralda, which was a ship led by da Gama's uncle, Vicente Sodré.
Yoga Can Improve Life Quality Of People With Abnormal Heart Rhythm
Yoga may provide benefits to patients with an abnormal heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation. A new study showed that those who did yoga scored higher in mental tests, had lower blood pressure and heart rate, and felt generally better after the experiment.
51,000 In Texas Depend On Drinking Water Systems Contaminated With Arsenic: Report
About 51,000 people in Texas have been exposed to water contaminated with a toxic substance called arsenic. The levels of arsenic are beyond the limits, yet the state still implies that the water is safe to use, an environmental group said.
Mathematicians Discover Pattern In 'Random' Prime Numbers
Mathematicians were able to discover a pattern for prime numbers, which have long been recognized as very random. The discovery increases the understanding of prime number behavior and may contribute to other long-standing mathematical problems.
India Bans More Than 300 Combination Drugs
India's Health Ministry banned more than 300 combination drugs currently sold in the market. The officials said these drugs have no therapeutic justifications, and thus will be prohibited within a few days.
Rising Sea Levels To Expose 13 Millions Americans To Flooding By Year 2100
About 13 million Americans may be exposed to the effects of flooding by the year 2100 according to a new study that used futuristic population and sea level rise models. The findings may help policymakers develop adaptation strategies early before it becomes too late.
Cannabis Drug Shows Promise For Children With Severe Epilepsy
Clinical trial for a cannabis drug showed promise in the treatment of epilepsy in children. The drug makers are now preparing for its regulatory submission for FDA approval.
Eating Fatty Fish Like Salmon And Sardines May Delay Puberty In Girls
Fatty fish such as salmon and sardine may cause girls to experience delayed puberty, a new study has found. Conversely, researchers found that eating red meat frequently may result in menarche or first menstruation earlier than those who eat less meat.
Teenager Who Beat Cancer Twice Dies After Raising Thousands For Cancer Charities
A teenage girl died after being able to raise money for cancer charities. The girl named Emily Clark had been cancer-free for a year, but succumbs to death due to complications.
Superfruit Blueberry May Help Fight Alzheimer's Disease
Superfruit blueberry may help fight the effects of Alzheimer's disease. Researchers were able to discover that giving blueberries to those with mild cognitive impairment showed improved cognition and memory.
Dodge County Sees Four Heroin Overdose Deaths In Just Two Weeks
Within just two weeks, Dodge County have witnessed four deaths, which authorities believe are due to heroin overdose. Officials are now calling out to the community to unite and help curb heroin use and potential overdose deaths.
ExoMars: Europe, Russia Join Forces For Mission To Find Signs Of Life On Mars
Europe and Russia to join forces in finding signs of life in Mars. The mission called ExoMars will feature two stages that will try to collect samples from the Martian surface and contribute to humans' existing knowledge of the Red Planet.
Dental Restraint Device Linked To Brain Damage In 4-Year Old Girl
Young girl suffered from brain damage the day after her dental appointment. Medical records show that the dentist overly sedated the patient and used a dental restraint device called papoose.
Man-Made Climate Change Linked To Extreme Weather Events
Man-made climate change is said to be connected to extreme weather events. A group of top experts looked into the relationship between the two and were able to rank how weather events are linked with global warming.
Raising Vaping Age May Increase Teen Smoking
Age restriction on vaping may actually increase teen smoking rate. Adolescents in states that don’t impose age restrictions on purchasing e-cigarettes have been found to be likelier to quit traditional smoking because electronic substitutes are available.
Nearly Half Of California Adults Have Prediabetes: Study
Almost half of the adult population in California have prediabetes, a new study has found. Such finding provides alarming insights into the future picture of the state's diabetes epidemic.
CVS To Spend $50 Million For New Anti-Smoking Campaign
CVS Health announced that it will spend $50 million in an anti-tobacco campaign. The company hopes to deliver the first tobacco-free generation in the U.S. with this initiative.
Carbon Dioxide In Earth's Atmosphere Reaches Record Level In 2015
The levels of carbon dioxide in the Earth's atmosphere reached a record level in 2015, NOAA reported. The feat raised new concerns about greenhouse gas emissions and global warming.
Two US Military Members In South America Contracted But Recovered From Zika
Two U.S. military soldiers assigned in South America contracted Zika virus. A top official have confirmed, however, the men have already recovered and are now back in duty.
Salmonella Outbreak That Sickened 11 Prompts Recall Of Pistachios
Salmonella outbreak has sickened 11 people and hospitalized two in California. Authorities said the most probable sources of the infection are the pistachio products of Wonderful Pistachios, Trader Joe's and Paramount Farms, which all have announced voluntary food recalls.
Your Tongue, Tonsils Can Be Reason For Your Sleep Problems
Having large-sized tongue and tonsils may be the reason why some people suffer from sleep problems. Experts said dentists may be given a critical role in assessing which patients may be at a high risk of developing sleep problems such as obstructive sleep apnea.
Service Dog Named Jedi Saves Life Of Young Master Luke With Type 1 Diabetes
A service dog named Jedi saved the life of a little boy named Luke who has type 1 diabetes. The dog has the ability to detect whether Luke's blood sugar levels become dangerously low and to report this to the boy's parents.
New Cataract Surgery Using Stem Cells May Regenerate Eye Lens
Researchers were able to develop a new cataract surgery that uses stems cells to regenerate eye lens. The new method is said to have fewer complications and better outcomes than the current standard of care.
Teacher Volunteers To Donate Her Kidney To Sick Student
A teacher from Wisconsin decided to donate her kidney to her student. She was thrilled to discover that she was a match and surprised her student's family with the news.
Children Diagnosed With ADHD May Just Be Immature Compared To Their School Classmates: Study
Children diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder may just simply be more immature than their school classmates, a new study has found. Such finding highlights the need to look at different factors, including age, when assessing kids with possible ADHD.
Vitamin D Supplements Do Not Relieve Arthritic Knee Pain
Vitamin D does not provide significant help for knee arthritic pain and bone loss, a new study found. A clinical trial that ran for two years did not find significant beneficial effects of vitamin D among patients with knee osteoarthritis.
US Spending On Prescription Drug Rose To $457 Billion
U.S. spending on prescription drugs rose to $457 billion in 2015. A government agency projects that this trend will continue to increase in the coming years.
