Health & Science

Monday, October 10th 2011 - 22:49 UTC
Largest virus ever discovered pulled off the coast of Chile

The largest virus yet discovered has been isolated from ocean water pulled up off the coast of Chile. Called Megavirus chilensis, it is 10 to 20 times longer than the average virus.
Saturday, October 8th 2011 - 08:29 UTC
Santiago de Chile is experiencing highest levels or solar radiation since 2008

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation has increased three points compared to last September in Santiago de Chile, according to a study released by Chile’s National Cancer Corporation (Conac) and the UV monitoring network of the Universidad de Santiago (USACH).
Wednesday, October 5th 2011 - 15:23 UTC
Irrigation channels blamed for spike of typhoid and hepatitis A cases in Chile

Last week Chile’s Institute of Public Health (ISP), together with Metropolitan Regional Health Secretary Rosa Oyarce, began taking samples from irrigation channels in western Santiago in relation to a recent upturn in cases of typhoid fever.
Wednesday, October 5th 2011 - 08:35 UTC
Argentina claims development of first vaccine against hydatidosis in livestock

The first vaccine against hydatidosis in livestock and developed in Argentina together with Australian and New Zealand scientists was officially presented in Buenos Aires by the Ministry of Industry. In Argentina the tape worm parasite from cattle which is transmitted by dogs to human causes 450 deaths annually.
Monday, October 3rd 2011 - 16:57 UTC
Denmark taxes food with more than 2.3% of saturated fat

In a bid to encourage healthier eating among its citizens, Denmark has introduced a tax on foods containing more than 2.3% saturated fat. As from last Saturday, all such products in Denmark now carry a tax to the tune of 16 Danish krone (2.86 dollars) per kilogram of saturated fat that goes into making them.
Saturday, September 24th 2011 - 21:57 UTC
Experiment with ‘faster than light’ neutrino particles open dreams of time travel

Sub-atomic particles apparently travelling faster than light could force a major rethink of theories about how the cosmos works and even allow dreams of time travel and extra dimensions, scientists said on Friday.
Thursday, September 22nd 2011 - 08:31 UTC
UN launches all-out attack on non-communicable diseases such as diabetes and cancer

The United Nations launched on Monday an all-out attack on non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as cancer and diabetes with a summit meeting devoted to curbing the factors, like tobacco and alcohol use, behind the often preventable scourge that causes 63% of all deaths.
Wednesday, September 21st 2011 - 20:39 UTC
FMD in Paraguay leaves 5.000 workers redundant and 300 million dollars losses

An estimated 5.000 workers will be left redundant for two months and losses could easily reach 300 million dollars because of the outbreak of foot and mouth disease in Paraguay that has banned exports, revealed Wednesday Luis Pettengill, president of the country’s Meat Chamber.
Wednesday, September 21st 2011 - 17:38 UTC
Beer is not that bad after all: helps with vascular diseases and is good for re-hydration

Moderate drinking of ale and lager can cut the risk of diabetes and high blood pressure and even help people lose weight, doctors say.
Wednesday, September 21st 2011 - 16:37 UTC
Rare glimpse into the (promiscuous?) sex life of California deep sea squid

Scientists have gained a rare glimpse into the sex life of the mysterious deep-sea squid. By studying footage taken by underwater vehicles, US researchers have found that this rarely seen creature will often engage in same-sex mating.