Carla Simmons

Study: New Eye Drops Can Prevent Common Root of Blindness

06.30.2020 04:22 AM

A group of scientists has developed eye drops that could prevent vision loss after retinal vein occlusion. The condition is said to be one of the leading causes of blindness in adults around the world.

Why Is the South Pole Warming Faster Than the Rest of the World?, Details Explained in Study

06.30.2020 00:00 AM

A group of researchers has determined that the South Pole is warming at a rate three times faster than the rest of the world. They believe that human activity may have something to do with it and greenhouse gas emissions that could cover up the heating effect of carbon pollution all over the region.

Gilead Finally Releases Price for Esteemed Coronavirus Drug Remdesivir; Can People Afford It?

06.29.2020 21:58 PM

The price for remdesivir is out, and Gilead Sciences says it could cost up to $2,340 per patient for most wealthy nations. Some patient advocates contend that the price should be less, considering its development and trials received aid from the U.S. government. Click the link above to learn more.

Emergency Evacuation in Norwood Hospital Carried Out Due to Inexplicable Flood in Massachusetts

06.29.2020 07:46 AM

Norwood Hospital in Massachusetts underwent emergency evacuation brought about by floods from severe thunderstorms that hit the state on Sunday. About 80 patients were transported to nearby hospitals due to flooding and the power outage in the hospital's basement. Click the link above to learn more.

Century-Old Diseased Lung From 1912 Determines Measles Started in the 6th Century BCE, Much Earlier Than Thought

06.29.2020 06:27 AM

New research claims that the measles may have emerged in humans in the 6th century BCE, rather than later. The findings come from a century-old diseased lung from Berlin belonging to a 2-year-old who died from measles in 1912.

Soft Coral Garden, a First Habitat of Its Kind, Discovered in the Depths of Greenland’s Waters

06.29.2020 05:01 AM

A group of researchers has discovered a deep-sea soft coral garden habitat using an innovative and low-cost underwater camera in Greenland's underwater deep. The scientists are hopeful that their findings will increase the understanding of ecological relationships and lead to more efforts in the management of fisheries.

Coronavirus Vaccine May Be Coming Sooner Than Skeptics Think: Japan Ramps Up Production by Five-Fold to 1M Doses

06.29.2020 00:53 AM

A collaborative group of Japanese and foreign private and academic sectors is upgrading and expanding their coronavirus vaccine candidate's production. They aim to make the vaccine available for public use by next year's fall season. Click the link above to learn more.

Wildfire Spreads Across Mt. Charleston in Las Vegas, Residents Told to Evacuate

06.28.2020 23:18 PM

Wildfires are currently ablaze at Mt. Charleston in Las Vegas. Officials are currently trying to keep the flames under control, but some residents have already been told to evacuate. Click the link above to learn more.

Dogs Have Memories As Good as Young Children and Remember Tasks Done Within the Last Hour: Study

06.27.2020 08:23 AM

Your pet dog could be smarter than you think. According to a new study, dogs can remember recent events or commands just as well as very young children. They can also remember things done an hour ago and repeat the action correctly when asked to do so.

Unruly Limbs but Synchronized Sleep Patterns: Research Says Sharing Beds With Your Partner Can Benefit Mental Health and Memory

06.27.2020 04:05 AM

Research finds that there are benefits to sleeping next to your partner. Not only will you get a better night's sleep, but it could also improve your memory and improve your mental health.

Common Food Additive Found in Desserts and Drinks Produce Adverse Colon Inflammation: Study

06.26.2020 23:40 PM

New research on mice studies determines that a common food additive known as titanium dioxide can cause adverse effects to colonic health. The food additive has recently been banned in France but is still continuously being used in the U.S. and other countries.

High Blood Sugar Levels Detected in Coronavirus Patients, Suggesting COVID-19 Triggers Diabetes

06.26.2020 08:04 AM

Health professionals believe that a COVID-19 infection could trigger new-onset diabetes. Consequently, they say having diabetes could also worsen coronavirus symptoms in individuals. Click the link above to learn more.

Deadly Blue-Ringed Octopus Spotted in Sydney Harbour

06.26.2020 05:25 AM

A couple on a scuba diving trip spotted a blue-ringed octopus last week near Sydney Harbour. Despite its size, the creature is known to be one of the most venomous creatures in the ocean. Its venom can paralyze and kill humans in a matter of minutes.

Korean Scientists Develop COVID-19 Testing Bots As Health Care Workers Substitute: Watch How It Works

06.26.2020 03:38 AM

Scientists from the Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials have developed a machine for administering the coronavirus nasal swab test. The robot can be controlled with a joystick and monitored through a screen. The developers say their machine could help lessen the coronavirus's transmission from staff to patients and vice versa.

Catastrophic Lightning Kills More Than 100 People in India

06.26.2020 01:36 AM

Officials report that more than 100 have been killed in lightning strikes from the recent thunderstorms in India. According to experts, the majority of Indians work outdoors, which probably contributes to the high number of lightning-related deaths. Click the link above to learn more.

Study Reveals When’s the Right Time to Test for COVID-19 Antibody for More Accurate Results

06.25.2020 22:45 PM

Timing is critical when it comes to performing antibody tests for COVID-19. According to experts, three to four weeks after having the coronavirus infection is the only safe period for testing; otherwise, the results would be inaccurate. Click the link above to learn more.

50-Year-Old Theory Proven: Extraterrestrial Life Forms Can Harness Blackholes

06.25.2020 07:48 AM

In a recent study, researchers have proven a 50-year-old theory saying that extraterrestrial life forms could control black holes. Using a sound model, the scientists have proven Dr. Yakov Zel'dovich's theory to be correct. Click the link above to learn more.

World War II, Cancer, and Coronavirus Have Nothing on Indiana Woman Who Celebrates 100th Birthday Conquering All Three

06.25.2020 05:20 AM

Leora Martin, a resident of an assisted-living facility in Indiana, just celebrated her 100th birthday last June 13, 2020. All through her life, adversity had always been her companion. She's lived through World War II, survived cancer and pneumonia, and the latest hurdle - she successfully triumphed over is COVID-19.

Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease: Virus Affecting Bunnies Detected in Utah

06.25.2020 02:34 AM

Sanpete County in Utah has seen its first case of rabbit hemorrhagic disease. The illness is a highly contagious and fatal disease among rabbits. Veterinarians are cautioning Utah bunny owners to practice good biosecurity.

Emergent Nations to Experience 100K+ Tuberculosis Deaths Amid COVID-19 if Health Services Remain Futile: Study

06.25.2020 02:30 AM

In a new study, researchers find that the COVID-19 pandemic could naturally increase the global burden of tuberculosis due to delays in diagnosis, treatment, and interruptions to health services. They estimate about 110,000 additional deaths from TB in China, India, and South Africa over the next five years.

Surge in Poultry-Related Salmonella Cases: CDC Urges Precautions When Handling Farm Animals

06.24.2020 23:13 PM

The CDC sees an increase in poultry-related cases of salmonella. The agency warns that people take caution when handling backyard farm animals and practice proper hand hygiene to avoid further surges in salmonellosis.

Cyberbullies Are Victims of PTSD Too, UK Study Claims

06.24.2020 09:26 AM

Researchers have found that people who engage in cyberbullying are victims themselves of PTSD. The study of more than 2,200 teens in London also found that cyberbullies are not likely to engage in traditional bullying. Click the link above to learn more.

Astrocytes Found Responsible for Nerve Cell Death in Glaucoma

06.24.2020 07:00 AM

A new study reveals that astrocytes, the star-shaped glial cells in the CNS, play an essential role in the death of nerve cells in degenerative diseases. The researchers did trials on mice to study the effects of the cell in preventing nerve damage.

Human Egg Freezing and In Vitro Fertilization: The Longer the Wait, the Lower the Positive Outcomes for a Baby

06.24.2020 03:56 AM

Researchers from China have found in a recent study that frozen human embryos kept in storage for one to two years are more likely to result in a successful pregnancy than those stored for less than three months. Click the link above to learn more.

UK’s Lake District Is Sprawling With Deadly Cyanobacteria, Environmental Agency Warns

06.24.2020 03:55 AM

The Environmental Agency warns that several famous spots in Cumbria's Lake District are now infected with harmful blue-green algae. Also known as cyanobacteria, the organism is said to be potentially fatal for animals and can cause symptoms like diarrhea and vomiting in humans.

Scientists Develop a Device That Monitors Your Health Through Biomarkers in Sweat

06.23.2020 23:36 PM

Researchers from Penn State and Xiangtan University have developed a simple device that could detect health biomarkers through sweat. Their sweat patch uses a single valve that could detect pH or glucose in a person's sweat.

Migraine vs COVID-19 Headache: How to Tell Them Apart

06.23.2020 09:32 AM

We all get headaches, but how can we tell this time if it's a migraine or a COVID-19-related headache? Health experts explain the difference between the two and share tips on how to cope with them. Click the link above to learn more.

Three-Year-Old Female Giraffe, Gigi, Dies Two Weeks After Settling Into Sydney Zoo, Inciting Investigation

06.23.2020 05:33 AM

Sydney Zoo mourns the loss of its three-year-old female giraffe, Gigi. She died only two weeks after her transfer to the zoo. Officials are now arranging a post-mortem for her death, which could take about three weeks.

Corticobasal Syndrome: The Curious Case of the Man Who Can’t “See” Numbers: Brain Injury Study

06.23.2020 03:30 AM

A new study shows how a man with Corticobasal Syndrome struggles with recognizing numbers zero and one. Click the link above to watch videos of their experiments with patient RFS.

Hamsters Protected From COVID-19 With Convalescent Serum; Develops Immunity: Study

06.23.2020 00:26 AM

A new study in hamsters reveals that convalescent therapy in treating COVID-19 is effective in the rodents. Additionally, the researchers also found that the animals developed immunity from the coronavirus after the initial infection. Scientists are hopeful that their findings could translate into human studies.