Amy Nordrum

Science Writer

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Amy Nordrum is a science writer at International Business Times. In the past, her work has been featured by Scientific American, Smithsonian Magazine, IEEE Spectrum and The Atlantic. Amy holds a master's degree from the Science, Health and Environmental Reporting Program at New York University.

Beyond Fleas And Ticks: Merial CEO Makes Case For Animal Medicine's Growing Importance

The global rise in meat consumption and pet ownership, especially among emerging nations, has major implications for pharmaceutical companies.

Gene Editing By Spark Therapeutics Shows Promise In Reversing Vision Loss

Biotech company Spark Therapeutics plans to apply for FDA approval in 2016.

Who Is Chris Harper Mercer? Oregon's Alleged Umqua Community College Shooter Committed Suicide, Police Say

Father of shooter says son apparently had mental issues.

Hurricane Joaquin 2015: U.S. Coast Guard Searches For Missing Cargo Ship Near Bermuda Triangle

Authorities have not heard from the ship’s captain in more than 48 hours -- "not good news," as one official put it.

Hurricane Joaquin 2015: Storm Disrupts Vital Mail Boat, Ferry And Airline Service In The Bahamas

The National Hurricane Center in Miami said Bermuda could expect tropical storm conditions early Sunday.

US Hospitals Convert To New Billing Code System To Improve Patient Care

A new classification system should allow physicians to better track and treat patients, but it may cause billing errors and long waits in the short term.

Investing Advice For Millennials: Financial Guru And Author William Bernstein Tells You What Other Advisers Won't

William Bernstein boils down how to save for a wealthy retirement.

The Science Of Bad Money Decisions - And How To Avoid The Most Common Pitfalls

Watch out for psychological patterns and behavioral biases that undermine your financial well-being.

Color Genomics Partners Directly With Employers To Offer Cheap Genetic Test For Breast And Ovarian Cancer

A startup called Color Genomics is working directly with employers to offer discounted screening for breast and ovarian cancer.

New Paxil Warnings For Teens Prompt Fury From Former Patients

A new analysis of Paxil reveals there was a greater risk to teens of severe side effects from the antidepressant — including suicidal thoughts and self-harm.

New Roche Drug Shows Promise In Treating 2 Common Types Of Multiple Sclerosis

The medication could generate billions for the company.

21st Century Cures: Safety Concerns About Bayer’s Essure Female Sterility Implant Heighten Just Before Senate Weighs Proposal To Hasten Medical Device Approvals

Thousands of women have filed complaints with the FDA about the Essure device since it was approved in 2002.

Should Government Control The Price Of Prescription Drugs?

Amid political fury over the high cost of prescription drugs, there’s one controversial solution that no candidate has proposed –- price controls.

Novartis Rolls Out Access Program For Cheap Medicines To Treat Chronic Diseases In Select Countries

The pharmaceutical company will provide 15 drugs at a cost of $1 per treatment, per month, in low-income countries.

Goldman Sachs CEO Lloyd Blankfein Lymphoma Diagnosis: When A CEO Is Sick, Should The Company Always Disclose The Illness?

Goldman Sachs CEO Lloyd Blankfein announced Tuesday that he has cancer, illustrating a shift in the debate over whether details of a chief exec's health are public or private.

Can ‘Shark Tank’ Solve The US Government's Most Vexing Problems?

The Department of Health and Human Services is taking a page out of Mr. Wonderful’s book.

Fastest Fiber Optic Cable In the North Atlantic To Light Up With Commercial Traffic

The world’s newest fiber optic cable is open for business.

Medical Residents Use Apps And Activism To Fight Hospitals For Bigger Salaries, Better Benefits

Residents and medical students are speaking up about a deal that has long been stacked against them.

Critics Cry Foul As University of California Considers Protecting New Student Right: Freedom From Intolerance

A proposed policy would forbid “expressions of intolerance” on any University of California campus.

Russia Says Incoming Planes Delivering Aid To Syria, But US Concerns About Military Involvement Heightened

The arrival of military planes in Syria fanned concerns that Russia is increasing its support of the war-torn country's government.

Ceasefire In Ukraine Lasts 10 Days, Stokes Hope Of Ease In Conflict

Ukrainian government forces and pro-Russian separatists by and large have observed the latest ceasefire agreement reached Sept. 1.

Subway Finishes Internal Probe Into Former Spokesman Jared Fogle, Finds One 'Serious' Complaint

The company examined more than a million customer comments about its former commercial pitchman during the review.

Syrian Refugee Crisis: Thousands March In Solidarity In London And Across Europe

Thousands of marchers in London and other cities throughout the European Union called on its member states to accept more refugees.

New York Requires Salt Warning Labels For Chain Restaurant Menus

The city is the first in the U.S. to require mandatory labeling of high-salt foods.

The Promise Of Telehealth: States Push For Insurance Coverage As Support For Virtual Healthcare Services Swells

Virtual health services are gaining traction among private payers and state legislators who believe telehealth will save money and improve care.

Cancer's High Cost: Patients And Drug Companies Revolt After UK Axes Coverage Of Cancer Treatments

Leaders have trimmed 17 treatments from a list of medicines eligible for coverage.

Medical Turf Wars: Plastic Surgeons Clash With Other Doctors About Who Can Perform Liposuction And Tummy Tucks

What type of doctor should perform liposuction or breast augmentation? That simple question is at the heart of heated disagreement among medical specialties.