Articles by Rina Marie Doctor
Abortion Rates Plummet In Developed Countries, Steady In Poor Nations
Abortion rates have plummeted in developed countries but have remained steady in poor nations. The findings may suggest that socio-economic status and availability of contraceptive education and tools may play a role in abortion rates.
Brain Scan Identifies Protein Tau As Better Marker Of Alzheimer's
Brain scans reveal that tau protein is a better marker for Alzheimer's disease. By developing an imaging agent, experts were able to detect these proteins in brain scans and provide more valuable information than amyloid plaques alone.
Prince's Death Highlights Problems With Opioid Overdose Antidote Naloxone
Prince's death is said to highlight problems about opioid antidote naloxone. If authorities confirm that the pop star's cause of death is indeed opioid overdose, then it would spark a surge of frustrations among authors of naloxone access programs.
Experts Debunk Teen's Discovery Of Ancient Mayan City Using Star Maps
Experts have debunked a teen's claim that he discovered a lost Mayan city using star maps. While satellite images show the presence of structures in the location, there is no guarantee that it was indeed a long-lost ancient Mayan civilization.
Search Warrant Identifies Doctor Who Prescribed Drugs To Prince
Search warrant after review of Prince's medical records involved Minnesota doctor who prescribed drugs to the singer. The doctor was said to have visited the singer twice, including on the day of the tragic death.
Obese And Non-Obese People Now Have The Same Risk Of Dying Early: Study
Obese and non-obese people now have the same risk of dying early, a new study found. This means that overweight individuals may need not worry too much as before.
Low-Cost Paper Diagnostic Test May Reduce Spread Of Zika Virus
Experts were able to develop a low-cost paper test that can detect Zika virus. The test can also detect specific strains of viruses, making it more attractive than existing tests.
Obama Administration Announces Contest To Redesign Medical Bill
The Obama administration launched a contest to innovators to redesign the U.S. medical billing process. The challenge aims to create simpler and more patient-friendly systems when dealing with their medical bills.
Cosmic Rays, Space Particles Unravel Ancient Secrets Of Egypt's Pyramids
Cosmic rays were able to unravel the secrets of ancient Egyptian pyramids. The project paves the way for finally unlocking what is inside the pyramids.
Pregnant Teen Infected With Zika Wants To Keep Baby
A pregnant teen with Zika virus chose to keep her baby despite the risks of birth defects. The teen from Connecticut said the baby is a miracle and that she would not go into abortion.
Monitoring Heart Rhythm With Smartphone App May Help Atrial Fibrillation Patients Take Blood-Thinning Drugs As Needed
Monitoring heart rhythm using a smartphone app may help atrial fibrillation patients limit daily blood-thinner intake. Positive clinical results were seen after 18 months.
British Astronaut Tim Peake Feared Being Stranded In Space Due To Worsening Russia-UK Relations
British astronaut Tim Peake once feared being abandoned at the International Space Station. Such worry cropped up with the possibility that the conflict between Russia and the UK will worsen.
US Bans Sales Of E-Cigarettes, Cigars To Minors
The U.S. FDA has banned the sales of e-cigarettes, cigars and other tobacco products to minors. The new regulations aims to curb teenage smoking problems all across the nation.
Age, Gender Affect Amount Of Sleep You Get, Smartphone Data Reveals
Age and gender are some of the top factors that may affect the amount of sleep, a new study has found. Nationality and other societal and cultural factors were also found to play roles.
Lake Maracaibo In Venezuela Is World's Lightning Capital
Lake Maracaibo in Venezuela has just been hailed as the lightning capital of the world. The weather and other features of the lake make it prone to lightning almost every day of the year.
Promoting Abstinence Not Effective In Preventing HIV Transmission
Promoting abstinence and fidelity is ineffective in preventing HIV transmission, a new study has found. Experts think the government should allot these PEPFAR programs to other more effective strategies against HIV/AIDS.
Half Of All Teens Struggle From Phone Addiction: Here's How Parents Can Help
Half of teens are addicted to their cell phones, a new study has found. Parents can help their kids combat addiction in various ways, including being a good example and promoting balance of gadget use.
'Biggest Loser' Study Reveals Why It Is Difficult To Keep Weight Off
A study among 'The Biggest Loser' contestants revealed why it is hard to maintain weight loss. Among the factors identified in the study include slow metabolism and poor metabolic adaptation.
Tweaked Drake Equation Hints Earth Not The First Intelligent Civilization In The Universe
Astronomers who tweaked the Drake equation suggest that humans may not be the first intelligent civilization in the universe. What did their analysis show?
Frenchman Sets New World Record For Farthest Hoverboard Flight
A Frenchman was able to break the Guinness World Record for the farthest hoverboard flight. The man is also behind the company that made his winning aircraft called Flyboard Air.
Cancer Drug Prices Up By 600 Percent: What Drives Increase In Medication Costs?
The prices of cancer drugs administered orally have increased over the past decade and a half. The reason for the price hike is not clearly identified, but analysts have determined some possible causes.
One Third Of Kids With Autism Wander Away From Safe Environments
One third of kids diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders were found to wander more out of a safe place. The study call for more strategies to ensure safety of these kids at all times.
Tailless Comet Manx Holds Clue To Evolution Of Solar System
Tailless comet recently discovered by astronomers may hold clues to the evolution of the solar system. Comets are known to have valuable information about the origins of the solar system's objects and this new discovery is no exception.
Male Sex Hormone May Help Treat Diabetes
Male sex hormone testosterone may help treat diabetes, a new study has found. The findings may help pave the way for new treatments for type 2 diabetes.
Tim Peake Successfully Drives Remote Robot On Earth From ISS
British astronaut Tim Peake was able to successfully drive a robotic rover on Earth from the ISS. Despite some glitches, he was able to fulfill the mission, giving hope to the future of space exploration.
Apple To Extract Data From iPhone 6 Of Florida Teen Lost At Sea
Apple is set to extract data from the iPhone 6 of missing Florida teen to provide evidence related to the case. The retrieved phone may hold clues as to how the teens got lost at sea in 2015.
Science Museum Receives $14.5 Million From NASA To Promote Space Science
NASA has partnered with the Science Museum of Minnesota to create programs that will inspire the next generation of scientists. The agency gave $14.5 million for the museum to lead the endeavor.
Peppermint Tea May Help Boost Long And Short-Term Memory
Peppermint tea may help enhance mood and memory, a new study has found. Experts say that compared to chamomile, which has calming effects, peppermint tea provides more alertness and cognition to people, especially in older adults.
Massachusetts Senate Approves To Raise Minimum Age For Buying Cigarettes, Other Tobacco Products
Massachusetts Senate approved a bill raising the minimum smoking age from 18 to 21. The bill garnered a 32-2 vote, putting it a step closer to implementation.
Humanoid Robot Dives To Find King Louis XIV's Wrecked Ship And Treasures
A humanoid robot diver was able to find King Louis XIV's wrecked ship and obtain treasures. The robot mermaid named OceanOne showed promise for the future of deep sea exploration and research.
