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Sea Lion Pups Found Stranding on Sothern California Beaches

Mon, 03/18/2013 - 12:58

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Since late January this year, a large number of sea lion pups have been found stranding on Southern California Beaches and the number is increasing with the passage of time.

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Modified Goat Milk May Treat E.Coli Infection: Study

Fri, 03/15/2013 - 09:25

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In a recent research conducted by the researchers from University of California, it has been found that genetically modified goat milk to contain more lysozyme can help cure E. Coli infection at a faster rate.

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Increased Number of Sea Lion Pups gets rescued

Wed, 03/13/2013 - 13:03

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Pacific Marine Mammal Center is quite concerned about sea lion pups. The centre officials were of the view that they have rescued 18 sea lion cups and that too in just two days.

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DDT Exposure in Womb Linked to High Blood Pressure in Adult Women

Wed, 03/13/2013 - 12:55

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A study conducted by the University of California, has suggested that prenatal exposure to DDT triggers problems like high blood pressure later in life.

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Comet to Appear at Sunset

Mon, 03/11/2013 - 11:08

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A report has uncovered that comet Pan-STARRS would be at its closest to the Sun today. The comet has been doing well in the inner solar system.

It is being said that the distance of the comet from the Sun's surface would be 28 million miles or 45 million kilometers when it would travel around the star. It could be seen at its brightest during sunset tonight.

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The American Suntanning Association Argues Tanning Beds to be Safe

Mon, 03/04/2013 - 13:23

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According to sources, The American Suntanning Association has joined hands with other industry groups to refute the legislation that was introduced in 17 states this year. The legislation does not allow children younger than 18 years to use tanning beds.

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Google Map of Human Metabolism to Cure Lethal Diseases

Mon, 03/04/2013 - 13:02

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International team of bioengineers has produced a "Google Map" that represents the model of human metabolism. The Google map is the most virtual form of the cellular chemical transformation ever produced by the bioengineers.

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Women’s Brains Are More Efficient, Says Study

Mon, 03/04/2013 - 12:29

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According to a new study published in Scientific Journal Intelligence, women have more efficient brains than men. Women have brains that are eight percent smaller than men, but are more efficient to complete a given task than men, which surprised the scientists.

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Eastern Plumas Health Care Faces Fall in Medi-Cal Reimbursements

Wed, 02/27/2013 - 13:02

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According to recent reports, Eastern Plumas Health Care is facing reductions in Medi-Cal reimbursements that form almost 25% of the total amount.

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Aspirin Can Aid in Cure of Chronic Illnesses: Study

Wed, 02/27/2013 - 12:05

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A research has exposed that aspirin has a tendency to initiate the production of molecules that are positive for curing certain illnesses. The molecules are called resolvins and they are made from omega-3 fatty acids. They stop the irritation that is caused by the inflammatory lung disease, heart disease and arthritis.

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Cockroaches Need Not Use Their Brains for Balancing, Says Study

Wed, 02/27/2013 - 10:41

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As per the researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, Cockroaches balance their bodies without the application of their brains.

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Curiosity Places Two Samples of Rock Powder into its Labs

Wed, 02/27/2013 - 10:32

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NASA's Curiosity rover has successfully collected two samples of rock powder from Mars and placed them into its compact laboratories for investigating them further.

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Paleontologists Uncover Four New Whale Species

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 11:11

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California has a law, according to which any new road construction needs to be supervised on-site by an archaeologist and a paleontologist. The law has recently proved to be useful, as per a report published in the journal Science.

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Cuba and California Sees Fireballs in Sky after Reports of Meteor in Russia

Mon, 02/18/2013 - 12:47

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A bright light in the sky was witnessed by citizens of Cuba on Tuesday. It was accompanied with a deafening flare-up that shuddered windows and walls. No injuries have been reported.

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A Pill to Lessen the Effect of Too Much Drinking

Mon, 02/18/2013 - 09:51

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Scientists at the University of California have recently made a new tablet which they say is very effective in slashing the impact of over-drinking on body.

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Researchers Nail Down Protein Behind Parkinson’s Disease

Wed, 02/13/2013 - 12:35

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Recent research has indicated that excess of a protein could instigate development of Parkinson's disease, which is no less challenge for medical community.

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Proponents Seek Court’s Decision over Medical Marijuana

Sat, 02/09/2013 - 11:56

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The city of Riverside had introduced ban on storefront pot shops. But, the same had given rise to a court case with a marathon debate over the medical marijuana.

The report has found that the highest court of California has even shown some sympathy to the local government. Since, arguments were going on whether or not retail dispensaries could be restricted by them.

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Silver Lining for Blind: First Bionic Eye Discovered

Wed, 02/06/2013 - 10:07

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"It's the first bionic eye to go on the market in the world, the first in Europe and the first one in the US", said a California-based company's vice president of business development, Brian Mech.

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Health Care Reforms May Take Effect in 2014

Wed, 01/30/2013 - 13:17

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On Tuesday, a presentation was heard by the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors, which included plans of bringing reforms in health care, a recent report has unveiled.

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Good Sleep is Vital for Social Life Too; Study Reveals

Mon, 01/21/2013 - 12:19

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There have been researches to prove the nature of gratitude as a promoter of sleep, but this is for the first time that a reverse relation has been highlighted by the researchers from the University of California.

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