Articles by Rina Marie Doctor
UK And Bill Gates Pledge $6 Billion Funding To Eradicate Malaria
Bill Gates joins the UK government in eradicating malaria in the world. Both parties have pledged $6 billion in the newly established Ross Fund, which aims to eliminate infectious diseases including malaria.
How Do Airplanes Manage To Fly In Such Cold Temperatures?
How airplanes manage to survive in cold temperatures is a puzzling concept. Various explanations exists, including a recent study involving a Namib desert beetle.
Paints Used In Playgrounds Contain 40 Times Recommended Lead
A new study has found that paint in playground equipment contains dangerous levels of lead. Parents are warned to always be vigilant and cautious when letting kids play outside.
Magnitude 7.1 Earthquake Jolts Alaska, No Injuries Reported
A 7.1-magnitude earthquake hit Alaska, causing fires, power outages and gas leaks, among others. Although no injuries were reported, a seismologist said it is the strongest earthquake to hit the population center in the past decade.
Baby Sperm Whales Found Dead On A Beach May Have 'Got Lost': Expert
Dead baby sperm whales washed up on a beach near Skegness in England. Experts say the whales may have gotten lost during food search, causing the strandings.
Nearly 70 Percent Of Alcohol Sold In UK Purchased By Problem Drinkers
Majority of UK's alcohol sales come from problem drinkers. Alcohol consumption among the heaviest drinkers are so high, it makes nearly 70 percent of total sales.
Severe Anxiety And Stress Can Damage The Brain And Lead To Dementia
Stress and anxiety are normal at times. Experiencing it way too often, however, may result in brain damage associated with depression and dementia, a new study found.
Hermès Birkin Bag Better Investment Than Gold, Stock Market: Study
A study found that Hermès Birkin bags are a better investment than gold or the stock market. The value of the luxury handbags did not plummet over the last 35 years and still continues to increase.
Robots May Soon Be Able To Read Minds, Launch War Against Humans
Technology just keeps on getting more and more sophisticated. Experts say robots may soon acquire the ability to read minds and even the capacity to start wars against humans.
This App Will Help You Get Out Of Awkward Conversations And Boring Meetings
People can now get away from awkward conversations and boring meetings without bringing up lame excuses. Comedienne Chelsea Handler developed a mobile app that lets users schedule 'emergency' texts and phone calls to make that 'Gotta Go' statement convincing.
Find My iPhone App Wrongly Sends People To House In Atlanta
An Atlanta couple has been receiving lots of angry visitors knocking on their door in search of their stolen smartphones. It turns out the Find My iPhone app has been wrongly pointing users to the couple's home, causing false accusations.
Bolivia's Second Largest Lake Dries Up Because Of Global Warming
Bolivia's Lake Poopo has dried up due to global warming. The country's second largest lake used to provide livelihood for the local residents, but now only half of the population remains near it.
Nearly 300 Massachusetts Hospital Patients Possibly Exposed To HIV, Hepatitis
Baystate Noble Hospital in Massachusetts sent out notification letters to patients who underwent colonoscopies as they may possibly be exposed to HIV and hepatitis. The reason for the exposure is the lack of adequate disinfection measures in cleaning the endoscopes used.
Selfie And Weight Loss: Taking Photo Of Yourself Each Week Helps You Lose Weight, Says Study
Taking a selfie was found to help people lose weight. Researchers said seeing progress through self-photographs is an effective motivator for dieters to stick to their weight loss regimen.
Cooking Vegetables? Deep-Frying Veggies In Olive Oil Can Help Prevent Cancer
Researchers found that deep frying vegetables in olive oil may be healthier than boiling. Cooking veggies with oil increases its healthy compounds, which are known to prevent cancer and other diseases.
Genetic Fingerprint In Womb May Predict If Woman Will Get Pregnant Through IVF Treatment
Scientists discovered a genetic fingerprint in the womb lining that could help determine if a woman will get pregnant through IVF treatment. The said gene was found in 80 percent of study subjects who had recurrent failed pregnancy attempts via IVF.
Tiny Worms Found In Stomach Of Man Who Ate Raw Salmon From Grocery Store
A man from Canada experienced abdominal pain after eating raw salmon from a grocery store. Upon examination, doctors found tiny worms inside the patient's stomach.
Chipotle Norovirus Cover-Up: Burrito Restaurant Tried To Hide Evidence, Lawsuit Claims
A lawsuit claims that Chipotle hid evidence of a norovirus outbreak in its Simi Valley branch. The restaurant allegedly covered up by replacing employees and cleaning the store before reporting to authorities.
Dark 'Noodles' In The Milky Way Could Be Part Of Missing Matter
Astronomers were able to detect dark 'noodles' in the Milky Way. The mysterious lumps of gas clouds may be the missing matter, which may change how experts understand the galaxy's gas conditions.
Rare Paralysis Condition May Have Links To Zika Virus
Cases of a rare paralysis condition increased in areas where Zika virus is circulating. Health officials are investigating if the virus is associated with the disorder called Guillain-Barré Syndrome.
Beards May Be Beneficial To Your Health: Doctor Finds Antibiotic Properties In Beards
An experiment found that beards contain antibacterial properties. The findings may pave the way for the development of new antibiotics in the future.
Smart Materials May Pave Way For Robots That Decompose Like Human Body
Italian researchers plan to use biodegradable smart materials to develop robots that will eventually decompose. Researchers said it is time to move on from metals and create robots that are more human-like.
FireEye Buys iSIGHT Partners To Boost Cyber Intelligence Capabilities
FireEye acquired iSIGHT Partners for $200 million. The company hopes to boost its cyber intelligence capabilities via the merger deal.
Skin Cancer Five Times Deadlier When Caught During Pregnancy
A new study found that melanoma is five times deadlier in pregnant women. The recurrence and metastatic rates of this most fatal type of skin cancer also increased more during pregnancy.
201-Million-Year-Old Dinosaur 'Dragon Thief' An Early Relative Of T-Rex
Newly discovered dracoraptor dinosaur in UK was found to be an early relative of T-Rex. The fossils of the 'dragon thief' were said to have the most complete parts during the said time period.
Don't Overtreat Patients: Chief Medic Says Doctors Should Prescribe Fewer Medicines
Scotland's chief medical officer called for doctors to prescribe fewer medicines. Clinicians should shy away from 'doctors know best' attitude and avoid overtreatment.
Father's Depression During Pregnancy Linked To Increased Risk Of Premature Birth
Fathers newly diagnosed with depression during his partner's pregnancy were found to increase the risk of premature births. Researchers said babies may also be affected by paternal factors such as stress and sperm quality.
Latin America's Largest Medical Marijuana Farm To Help Treat 4,000 Patients Across Chile
Chile inaugurated the largest medical marijuana farm in Latin America. The project is said to help treat about 4,000 patients suffering from symptoms, which medical marijuana may effectively alleviate.
High-Deductible Health Insurance Plan Enrollees Not Necessarily Savvy Health Care Price Shoppers
A new study found that high-deductible health plan enrollees are not just savvy when it comes to health service price shopping. Such policy holders also looked into quality as much as other traditional plan enrollees.
Biden Vows To Speed Up US Approval Of Promising Cancer Drug Combinations
In a bid to 'cure cancer once and for all,' Joe Biden vowed to speed up U.S. approval of cancer drug combinations. He had already tap large pharmaceutical companies to cooperate on this endeavor, possibly making breakthrough cancer treatments available sooner.
