Symptoms of new dangerous coronavirus mink strain explained
More than 200 people have been infected with new strain of coronavirus which is believed to have originated in mink […]
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Investigational COVID-19 vaccine candidate prevents severe clinical disease in animals
Most people with COVID-19 have relatively mild disease, but a subset of people develop severe pneumonia and respiratory failure, potentially […]
» Read moreSpillover: Why germs jump species from animals to people
When a disease spreads from one species to another it is known as a “spillover event.” Although not yet confirmed, […]
» Read moreAsian elephants could be the math kings of the jungle: Experimental evidence shows that Asian elephants possess numerical skills similar to those in humans
Asian elephants demonstrate numeric ability which is closer to that observed in humans rather than in other animals. This is […]
» Read moreScientists chase mystery of how dogs process words: New study focuses on the brain mechanisms dogs use to differentiate between words
When some dogs hear their owners say “squirrel,” they perk up, become agitated. They may even run to a window […]
» Read moreIn test with rats, cannabidiol showed sustained effects against depression for seven days
Commercial antidepressants typically take two to four weeks to have a significant effect on a depressed patient. They are also […]
» Read moreSoy diets might increase women’s bone strength
Osteoporosis, decreased physical activity and weight gain are serious health concerns for postmenopausal women. Researchers from the University of Missouri […]
» Read moreDrug now in clinical trials for Parkinson’s strengthens heart contractions in animals
A drug currently in clinical trials for treating symptoms of Parkinson’s disease may someday have value for treating heart failure, […]
» Read more‘Don’t touch animals abroad,’ travellers told in rabies warning
Thousands of holidaymakers are spending their summer holidays in countries where there is a high risk of getting rabies from […]
» Read moreWhy the Loss of Your Pet Could Be the Hardest to Bear
For some people, the death of a pet can be more difficult than the loss of a relative. Here’s why. […]
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