Charissa Echavez

The 'Correct Appetite' Disorder

Medicine & Technology Nov 16, 2015

Eating disorders aren't now limited with obsession in losing weight but can also be triggered by eating too "healthy."

Mycoplasma Genitalium: A New STD That Already Infected Hundreds

Nov 16, 2015

A new strain of bacteria that cause STI is asymptomatic, study says.

Public’s Diverse Reaction To Twitter's New 'Favorite' Button

Nov 15, 2015

The new innovation was brought by Twitter’s co-founder Jack Dorsey He and COO Adam Bain partnership in giving the company a kickstart.

Mom, Former Cancer Nurse, Weaves Disney Princess-Inspired Wigs For Kids With Cancer

Nov 15, 2015

Holly Christensen, a sweet mother of three and a former cancer nurse from Alaska, gives each kid battling with cancer their magical experience by weaving Disney princess-inspired wigs made of yarn.

Victoria Secret Bombshell: Not Only A Pefume But Also A Mosquito Repellant

Nov 15, 2015

A group of researchers from the New Mexico State University discovered that Victoria Secret's perfume tagged as Bombshell can be as effective as the diethyltoluamide (DEET), the most active ingredient found in mosquito busters.

Earth-Like Planet Is Venus’s Twin

Nov 15, 2015

A new planet is discovered with similarities to Earth and has an atmosphere.

McDonald's Properties Are Off The REIT

Nov 12, 2015

McDonald's wouldn't be putting their real estate porperties on trade any time soon.

Chimpanzee Care Of Congenitally Challenged Infant In The Wild

Nov 12, 2015

A group of researchers found a chimpanzee that appears to have taken care of her congenitally challenged infant for two years with the help of the infant's elder sister in the wild.

Time To Get Rid Of That Beer Belly, According To Study

Nov 12, 2015

A new study found that in comparison with overweight or obese individuals, people who carry fat around their tummies have a higher mortality risk.

Vaccine Against Cholesterol Currently Under Study

Nov 12, 2015

Researchers revealed that they are on the verge of creating a vaccine that could prevent increase cholesterol level.

Grilled, Barbecued Meat Increases Risk For Kidney Cancer

Nov 12, 2015

Meat cooked at high temperatures or even over an open flame, pan-fried, grilled or barbecued, they all end up increasing the likelihood of kidney cancer as claimed by the lastest report.

Risk Of Heart Disease In Children Even At The Age Of 8

Nov 11, 2015

Children as young as 8 years old could now be at risk for heart diseases, due to obesity.

Bus, Train Commuters Healthier Than Walkers, Bikers

Nov 11, 2015

A new study revealed that commuting via a bus or train may actually reduce risk of obesity, high blood pressure and diabetes more compared with walking and biking.