Category: Science News

Alaska Volcanoes Now Pose Lower Threat, After Quakes Slow

ANCHORAGE, Alaska—Diminished earthquake activity led authorities to reduce the warning levels at two volcanoes on an uninhabited island in Alaska’s Aleutian chain because of the decreased potential for eruptions. The Alaska Volcano Observatory on Thursday lowered the warning level to “Advisory” status from “Watch” for both Tanaga and Takawangha volcanoes on remote Tanaga Island, located…


Mysterious Streaks of Light Seen in the Sky Over California

Mysterious streaks of light were seen in the sky in the Sacramento area Friday night, shocking St. Patrick’s Day revelers who then posted videos on social media of the surprising sight. Jaime Hernandez was at the King Cong Brewing Company in Sacramento for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration when some among the group noticed the…


Doctors Seeing Ocular Adverse Events After COVID-19 Vaccination, Caution Possible Risks

House Rep. Mike Blecher (R-N.H.) has been suffering from ocular migraines for almost two years. He took his first Pfizer COVID-19 mRNA immunization in April 2021, and things have not been the same since. Around 12 hours after the shot, Belcher recalled developing symptoms of severe flu and neurological symptoms soon manifested in a matter of…


Vision Impairments in Patients After COVID-19 Vaccination, Doctors Caution Possible Risks

House Rep. Mike Blecher (R-N.H.) has been suffering from ocular migraines for almost two years. He took his first Pfizer COVID-19 mRNA immunization in April 2021, and things have not been the same since. Around 12 hours after the shot, Belcher recalled developing symptoms of severe flu and neurological symptoms soon manifested in a matter of…


Exercise More Effective for Depression and Anxiety Than Medication: Study

Exercise is an effective method for managing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress across numerous populations. While the benefits of exercise are generally recognized for physical health, they are often overlooked in the management of mental health disorders. One out of every eight people worldwide has a mental health disorder. These disorders are commonly treated with antidepressants. For some…


The Power of Soybeans: Fight Cancer and Lower Blood Pressure

Soy, also known as soybean, has a reputation as the “king of beans.” Soybean is rich in dietary fiber, which can clean the intestines and promote peristalsis. Meanwhile, isoflavones contained in soybean have anti-cancer effects. Reducing Cancer Incidence According to figures released by the World Health Organization in February 2022, cancer is one of the…


Avoiding Computers, Smartphones Before Bedtime May Lower the Chance of Diabetes

Women who avoid exposure to computer and phone screens before bedtime may have a lower risk of gestational diabetes, according to a study by Northwestern University. Dr. Minjee Kim, an assistant professor of neurology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, said that the risks of light exposure from such devices were under-recognised. “Our study suggests…


FDA’s Budget Increase Meant to Better Protect Consumers, But US Buyers Must Still Beware

On March 9, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced its request for $7.2 billion as part of the president’s fiscal year 2024 budget—an increase of 10 percent from 2023’s approved budget. While the agency has more money to perform its duties—including substantial funds from industry—it still leaves a lot of work for average…


A Common Heart Problem May Lead to Dementia: Studies

Several studies have linked a common heart arrhythmia to dementia. Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is the most common type of heart arrhythmia and affects at least 3 to 6 million people in the United States alone and over 37 million worldwide. It becomes increasingly common with advanced age and affects up to 9 percent of the population by…


Here’s the Best Time and Correct Way to Measure Blood Pressure (Infographics)

High blood pressure (hypertension) is known as the “invisible killer.” The patients usually do not have obvious symptoms, so they tend to ignore it and may not even be aware that they have hypertension. However, long-term uncontrolled blood pressure may lead to serious complications such as heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure. So what readings…