Articles by Rina Marie Doctor
Conservationists Want To Seek Legal Action Over Red Wolf Deaths
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may face a lawsuit as conservationists expressed their intent to seek legal action regarding the implementation of the agency's Red Wolf Recovery Program. Deaths of the said endangered species are becoming rampant, with one red wolf mother killed in a private property as per approval of the agency.
Your Heart May Be Older Than The Rest Of Your Body: CDC
A new study by the CDC has found that the heart age of U.S. adults may be older than their actual chronological age. The agency thinks that through a new method of determining cardiovascular risk, people may be more motivated to lead a healthy lifestyle and exert efforts to strengthen heart health.
FDA Sends Warning Letters To Producers Of Pure Powdered Caffeine
pure powdered caffeine may pose severe health threats to the public. With this, the U.S. FDA issued warning letters to five companies that were found to manufacture the said products.
Jellyfish-Like Colonial Species Uses Multiple Jets For Group Movement
The manner with which marine animals move is diverse and interesting. In a new study, a group of researchers investigated the locomotion processes of a jellyfish-like colonial species that use multiple jets for movement.
Scientists Discover Six-Foot Long Fossil Of Giant Sea Scorpion
The ocean is filled with aggressive predators, which are large in size and deadly in attitude. Now, a group of researchers were able to discover an ancient scorpion that is six-foot long and may also be compared with other powerful sea predators.
More College Students Smoke Marijuana Over Cigarettes
Daily and near-daily marijuana use have been increasing among college students, even exceeding the number cigarette smoking. According to the study, the rise in marijuana use may be due to the loosened policies of most states as well as the changes in the youth's perception of marijuana dangers.
Young Track Star Michael Riley Dies From Brain-Eating Bacteria
Junior Olympic qualifier Michael Riley died due to a brain-eating bacteria. The teenager was said to have contracted the disease after swimming with his teammates in a lake in Houston.
Overwhelming Majority Of Seabirds Will Have Plastic In Their Guts By 2050
Researchers found that almost all population of seabirds will have plastic debris in their gut by 2050. If current trends continue and effective waste management measures will not take place, this prediction is more likely to happen.
Legionnaires' Outbreak In Illinois Veterans Home Claims Four Lives
An Illinois veterans home have been confirmed to have four fatalities due to Legionnaires' disease. The health officials of the state are now recommending elderly people and individuals with comprised immune systems to postpone visits to the said facility.
Leadless Cardiac Pacemaker Shows Promise In Clinical Trial
Patients requiring pacemakers are often troubled with the presence of leads in the device. Now, a clinical trial that investigated the efficacy and safety of a leadless cardiac pacemaker device provides promising results.
Soon There Could Be Slow-Melting Ice Cream And You Have To Thank A Bacteria For That
Ice cream cones may cool down the heat but with the messy way of eating it, people tend to get all the more frustrated. Now, a team of scientists was able to find a way to create slow-melting ice cream through the help of the most unconventional ingredient: bacteria.
Bayer Pushes Heart Failure Drug Finerenone To Final-Stage Trials
Bayer is looking at leading the cardiovascular drug race with its new anti-hypertensive drug moving on to its final stages of clinical trials. The said drug called Finerenone may provide effective and safe benefits as per its mid-stage trials; hence, cardiologists are already looking forward to its progress and completion.
How Fish Oil Benefits You? That Depends On Your Gut Bacteria
A new study found that the intake of fish oil and lard in mice may produce different gut bacteria. Although the study was performed in animals, the researchers hope that they can provide more information regarding the results' applicability in humans.
Starry Stonewort Invades 23 Lakes In Wisconsin: What Are They?
Starry stonewort are invading the lakes of Wisconsin and Minnesota as confirmed by the states' Department of Natural Resources. Here are a few important details that must be known regarding the pesky algae.
CALET Observatory Soon To Begin Search For Cosmic Rays
The CALET observatory has landed at the ISS. This space mission will provide details about cosmic rays over the next five years.
Look: Magical Moment As Butterfly Drinks Tears Of A Turtle
A photo featuring a butterfly drinking the tears of a turtle garnered attention due to its magical and whimsical impact. According to experts, the reason for such event is brought about by the need of the insects for sodium, which is highly contained in the reptiles' tears.
Supermoon On Saturday, Lunar Perigee On Sunday: What's The Difference And How To Watch
Space observers are in for a double delight before August 2015 closes. Supermoon and lunar perigee are set to illuminate the night skies and here's how to watch.
Scientists Can't Confirm Results Of Many Psychology Studies
The credibility of study findings can be determined if multiple researches were able to come up with the same conclusions. Now, researchers found that the results of most psychological studies cannot be confirmed if performed the second time around.
New Device Allows Paralyzed Inviduals To Speak Using Breath Signals
Paralyzed patients have difficulties expressing themselves and thus creating more anxiety. Fortunately, a group of researchers was able to invent a device that can help these patients communicate via breathing signals only.
How To Avoid Hangovers? Water And Food. No. Not Drinking Too Much. Yes
A new study found that drinking water and eating food directly after alcohol consumption do not reduce the risk of hangover. Limiting the amounts of alcohol intake is still the way to go.
Expecting Couple Ties Knot In Hospital Labor Room
For one couple, it is important for them to get married before the woman gives birth to their baby; but when the doctor declared that the eight-month pregnant patient was already in labor, the hospital staff helped the couple tie the knot before the operation.
Infant Paracetamol Recommended For Babies After Meningitis Vaccination
UK approved the administration of meningitis B vaccine to children in the UK for free. Experts now recommend parents to give paracetamol after immunization to help alleviate associated signs and symptoms.
Fourth Plague Death In US Reported In Utah
Plague continues to strike the U.S. as the fourth mortality case in the nation had been reported in Utah. The patient's identity and details were not disclosed but health officials said that the person is not believed to have traveled to other areas where reports of plague infection are more common.
Most US Children Now Getting Vaccinated Says Report
The vaccination rates of children in the US continue to increase. According to the CDC, this trend must persistently stay high to ensure that immunity against outbreaks are boosted among communities.
Officials Investigating Dead Whale In San Francisco Bay
A dead whale sighting has been reported in San Francisco Bay. The type of whale species, as well as the actual cause of death has not been identified due to the extreme difficulty of accessing the carcass.
Surgeon Performance Unaffected By Night Shifts Says Study
A new study found that the outcomes of daytime operations are not affected whether the performing surgeon worked the night before or not. Deaths, readmissions and complications between the two groups of patients did not exhibit any significant differences.
Time Capsule From The Late 1800s Unearthed By Construction Crew
A time capsule, which dates back to about 121 years ago, was found by a crew of construction workers repairing a bridge. The time capsule contained an old newspaper, paper scroll and bottle of whiskey.
Children Not Eating Veggies Despite Healthy School Lunch Program
A new study found that a U.S. program that requires children to eat fruits and vegetables during lunch only seems to hasten school food waste. According to the research, although kids opt to choose healthy food, they do not consume all of it and just throw it away.
Simple And Affordable Blood Test Can Identify Cancer Relapse
Predicting cancer relapse has long been a challenge for clinicians. Now, a group of researchers was able to device a simple blood test that can help detect the possible recurrence of cancer and consequently identify the need for early treatment.
Only Sumatran Rhino In U.S. To Be Sent To Indonesia To Breed
Sumatran rhinos continuously decrease in number all over the world. The Cincinnati Zoo announced that they will be sending the last remaining Sumatran rhino in the U.S. to and Indonesian breeding facility.
