Articles by Rina Marie Doctor
Genes That Cause Low Vitamin-D Levels May Be Linked To MS
Researchers were able to discover that MS risk may be influenced by the genes that cause low vitamin D levels. This study may have practical implications to public health as authors said that vitamin D supplementation programs are lacking amid its safe and low-cost effectivity.
Virginia Wilflife Center To Release Two Rehabilitated Bald Eagles
Two bald eagles housed in the Wildlife Center of Virginia is scheduled to be released before August 2015 comes to a close. The population of bald eagles continues to rise as similar environmental agencies help to boost the species' health.
Female Guppies Can Swim Faster Than Males To Prevent 'Harassment'
A new study found that sexual harassment may injure female guppies at first but as it become more exposed to male coercion, it develops behavioral and physiological changes that can help enhance its adaptation. The researchers compared this finding to female athletes who, when subjected to rigorous and contiuous training can develop their skills.
Forest Land As Big As India May Be Cleared By 2050
Researchers found that a tropical forest land as big as India may be wiped out by 2050. If current trends persist and no significant interventions will be implemented, this prediction may likely come true and all the more heigthen climate change problems.
Lake Havasu Offers Free Mussel Decontamination Services To Help Halt Spread Of Invasive Species
Quagga mussels are increasingly invading the lakes in the West. To help halt it spread, Lake Havasu has decided to offer free decontamination services to all boat owners.
Human 'Superpredator' Hunting And Fishing Methods Are Unsustainable: Study
Researchers found that the hunting and fishing behaviors of humans are often overlooked. Humans exhibit exploitation techniques that may be harmful to the ecosystem thus, experts suggest that human catching methods should be made unsustainable.
Researchers Make Important Breakthrough That Could Lead To 'Universal' Flu Vaccine
Two new studies may have discovered the breakthrough concept that may lead to the formulation of a "universal" flu vaccine. The researchers tested their laboratory subjects and found that very promising results.
Spinal Steroid Injections May Not Be Effective For Treating Back Pain
Researchers found that administering steroid injection via the spinal/epidural route does not provide adequate relief in the long-term. While it may improve pain briefly, the overall pain experience and quality of life of patients are said to remain unchanged.
Here's How Climate Change Shaped The Evolution Of Dogs
Climate change have a wide variety of impacts to different sectors. Now, a new study found that even the evolution of dogs was somehow shaped by climate change.
Want To Lose Weight? What To Ask Your Doctor For Guidance
A new study has found that involving doctors in weight loss plans may be beneficial. A productive appointment with a doctor starts with asking valuable questions.
Second Cancer Cases In U.S. Rise: What's The Risk Of Developing Secondary Cancers?
Secondary cancers continue to increase in cases. Experts say a second diagnosis is more traumatizing than the first; hence, it is vital to know what causes a secondary cancer in order to prevent it.
Here's A List Of Plants That Are Poisonous To Dogs, Cats, And Other Pets
Some plants may cause harm and even death to pets. Knowing what to keep and eradicate inside and outside the house may help to prevent harmful health events for pets.
What A Price For Cleaner Air: War Lowers Level Of Air Pollution In Middle East
A new study found that emissions of nitrogen oxides in the Middle East have greatly decreased during the recent years. While it may sound like good news for the environment, it is quite unfortunate that there is a price to pay as it is found to have been brought about by political instability and humanatarian catastrophes.
Not A Bird, Not A Plane, Not Superman Or Spider-Man But These Selenopid Spiders Can 'Fly'
A new study found that some species of spiders can actually fly and lift itself up in mid-air should they accidentally free-fall. The mechanisms surrounding such unbelievable finding revealed a variety of spiders' aerodynamic abilities.
New Study Suggests Cellphone Data Can Effectively Track Spread Of Infectious Diseases
Calling and sending messages through mobile phones do not only help people communicate with each other, it can actually help track down infectious diseases as well. A group of scientists tracked down cellphone usage and long-term infectious diseases data and found that both produced same results.
NASA Plans To Deploy Micro Satellites To Help Forecast Hurricanes: How Will It Work
The new microsatellites that NASA plans to deploy in space are said to improve weather forecasting on Earth. The operational aspect of this system is said to enhance data collection and thus enable scientists to detect the weather more efficiently.
Ohio Man Goes Blind In One Eye After Sleeping With Contact Lenses On
Contact lenses aid people to see better, but prolonged continuous use may be a source of a bigger problem in the long term. A man from Ohio has gone blind in one eye after sleeping with his contact lenses on.
New Research Identifies Nine Risk Factors For Alzheimer's Disease: Obesity, Hypertension, Depression, And More
Many experts have tried to explain the phenomenon behind Alzheimer's disease in order to come up with a treatment solution, but still no concrete data have emerged. Now, a group of scientists has been able to identify nine risk factors for the disease, which may improve experts' medical management research.
Mysterious Whale Deaths In Alaska Baffle Experts: NOAA Probes Unusual Mortality Event
The increasing mortality rates of whales in Alaska continues to baffle experts. As retrieval operations have not been successful, the authorities are urging the public to help report sightings of carcasses.
Love Eating On The Go? It Could Be Making You Gain Weight
A new study found that eating while walking or distracted with other activities may increase the risk of weight gain or obesity. Not being able to focus on meals may hinder people's thinking of when they are already overeating.
Scientists Discover Switch To Turn Off Obesity: How This Gene Tweak Works
Researchers found that the gene associated with obesity may be switched off and inhibit its effects. The findings of the study are said to pave the way for a breakthrough in obesity treatment.
Scientists Find Fossils Of Earliest Baboon Species In South Africa
A group of scientists was able to discover fossils of the earliest baboons in South Africa. The specimen is said to have an important contributory value to the further understanding of early baboon anatomy.
Space Shuttle Endeavour Tanks To Be Recycled And Used For ISS Missions
NASA space shuttle Endeavour may be retired but its contribution to space missions cease to stop. The engineers of the space station removed water tanks from the now museum display shuttle to serve as potable water reservoir at the ISS.
Researchers Turn CO2 From The Atmosphere Into Carbon Nanofibers
A group of scientists claim that they were able to find a way that can help convert atmospheric CO2 into carbon nanofibers. This breakthrough development is said to successfully transform an abundant greenhouse gas into something beneficial.
Researchers Say Smoking Can Lead To 'Pot Belly' Stomach
Researchers found that while smoking may be associated with weight loss, it does not spare belly fat. The findings of a new study discovered that increased smoking may result in a 'pot belly' stomach.
Herbicide Use Questioned In Latest Controversy About GMO Food
A new paper has revealed that existing regulations regarding herbicide use are rooted from outdated and incomplete research data. The controversy of GMO food has sparked scientists to question the rules, especially now that WHO was able to discover that a component of a commonly used herbicide may be cancerous.
Minneapolis 'Butterfly Woman' Is Taking Care Of 400 Monarch Butterflies In Own Home
A Minneapolis home has been the sanctuary of about 400 monarch butterflies as its owner decided to take a break from her job and raise the critters full-time. The task is time-consuming but she is fulfilled and happy with what she is doing.
Disease Carrying 'Crazy Ants' From South America Poised To Invade The UK
UK is seeing more and more tropical ant invasions as a new specie of the said insect has been detected again. The "crazy ants," as many call it, exhibit jerky movements upon munching on electrical wiring and are known to cause diseases such as salmonella.
Head Lice Developing Immunity To Common Treatments
A new study found that more and more states in the US are developing immunity to treatments against head lice. The researchers said the even if over-the-counter drugs are available and doctors still prescribe them, some of them may not effectively combat head lice.
Jackson County Under Quarantine Following Discovery Of Emerald Ash Borer
Authorites confirmed that Jackson County have been added to the list of quarantined areas infested with the Emerald Ash Borer. The public is dissuaded to tranport all firewood products to halt the further spread.
