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There are many perks to having a fur baby, from the much-needed cuddles to lifelong companionship. They quickly become an integral household member, and you can’t picture your family without them. Then enter another little one into the picture. Except…

A key approach to understanding the brain is to observe the behavioral effects of turning on specific populations of neurons. One of the most popular approaches to controlling neuronal activity in model systems is called optogenetics and depends on expressing…

COVID vaccines for children as young as six months look set to be available in the coming months, now the Therapeutic Goods Administration has approved the Moderna vaccine for babies and young children. The vaccine has been approved for children…

The combination of grilled bread topped with tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and balsamic vinegar makes bruschetta a delicious Italian appetizer. But this flavorful starter can actually have many variations, as the word “bruschetta” actually refers to the crispy bread — not…

Research supported by the National Institutes of Health shows that cardiovascular-related deaths have declined over the past two decades, but disparities remain. Researchers found that inequities are mostly driven by differences in race and ethnicity, geographic location, and access to…

Experts now believe hot temperatures can affect the diversity of our gut bacteria. Here’s why it matters and how you can keep your digestive system in optimum health when the mercury rises.  If you’ve ever suffered from bloating, stomach cramps…

The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has recently published a study that describes the impact of vitamin D status on brain health. The study findings reveal that vitamin D deficiency increases the risk of dementia. Study: Vitamin D and brain…

A (yucky!) remedy for heart disease and asthma! Scientists say preserving stool samples for decades could be a good insurance policy against ill health Could freezing your own stool sample when you are young and healthy be the secret to…

Are these Britain’s most sexist surgeons? From crude sexual remarks to crass misogyny, our dossier of offensive comments made to mesh surgery victims by their specialists poses a disturbing question Carole Davies and her partner, Malcolm, looked at each other…

In the summertime, many dogs and even cats enjoying digging in the dirt and playing in mulch and garden beds. But it’s important to keep the following safety tips from the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) in mind to avoid potential…