Life threatening dangers of Oak Processionary Moths
People living in London and the South East are being warned to look out for toxic Oak Processionary Moth (OPM) caterpillars. These caterpillars can cause...
All Creatures
The All Creatures category explores the connections between humans and animals, covering topics that span animal health, welfare, behaviour and the shared benefits of human-animal interaction. From insights into veterinary care and pet wellbeing to stories highlighting the unique roles animals play in our lives, this category brings compassionate, evidence-informed perspectives on our interspecies relationships.
Are mole rats the key to curing cancer and dementia?
Could naked mole rats hold the key to curing cancer and dementia? Researchers say rodent has unique DNA repair mechanism. Scientists say naked mole rats...
Hunger provokes hangry behaviour
Hunger provokes hangry behaviour, even in fruit flies: New research shows humans aren't the only ones who can turn irritable and aggressive between meals. Acting crabby,...
Emma Hammett meets the Medical Detection Dogs
How Medical Detection Dogs can sniff out the virus and help in the pandemic by Emma Hammett of First Aid For Life. "Exciting medical news...
Thai sniffer dogs make COVID detection debut
Three of six trained Labrador retrievers have been officially deployed as Thailand's newest alternative method to detect coronavirus, even in those who are asymptomatic.
Dog burns and scalds
Dog burns and scalds: How to help if your dog suffers a painful burn or scald: Safety first If your dog suffers a painful burn...
Tarantula venom treatment for type 2 diabetes
Tarantula venom could provide new treatment avenue for type 2 diabetes: Research presented at DUKPC 2021 reveals molecules found in tarantula venom could offer promising...
Location affects male reproductive health
Where we live can affect male reproductive health, finds new study: New research, led by scientists at the University of Nottingham, suggests that the environment...
7 First Aid Tips that could save your dog’s life
Learn to help your pet if they choke, stop breathing or have a serious injury. Our 7 First Aid Tips could save your dog’s life...
Dog bites – what you need to know
Dog bites: Dogs are valued members of families around the UK. Unfortunately, accidents can happen with these loveable creatures and dilemmas arise when dogs bite...
