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AVMA IN THE NEWS: H1-N1 Virus in Felines: Information From the AVMA
from www.petside.com on 18 Dec 2009
Recently I wrote about the H1N1 Flu and some cautionary measures for pet owners to take. The other day, I received an email from our feline-only veterinarian containing information provided by the American Veterinary Medical Association in regard to cats,...
Marijuana ineffective as an Alzheimer's treatment
from www.sciencedaily.com on 09 Feb 2010
The benefits of marijuana in tempering or reversing the effects of Alzheimer's disease have been challenged in a new study.
Mediterranean diet may lower risk of brain damage that causes thinking problems
from www.sciencedaily.com on 09 Feb 2010
A Mediterranean diet may help people avoid the small areas of brain damage that can lead to problems with thinking and memory, according to a new study.
Beer is a rich source of silicon and may help prevent osteoporosis
from www.sciencedaily.com on 09 Feb 2010
A new study suggests that beer is a significant source of dietary silicon, a key ingredient for increasing bone mineral density. Beers containing high levels of malted barley and hops are richest in silicon.
Blueberries counteract intestinal diseases
from www.sciencedaily.com on 09 Feb 2010
It is already known that blueberries are rich in antioxidants and vitamins. New research shows that blueberry fiber is important and can alleviate and protect against intestinal inflammations, such as ulcerative colitis. The protective effect is even better if the blueberries are eaten together with probiotics.
Will earlier springs throw nature out of step?
from www.sciencedaily.com on 09 Feb 2010
The recent trend towards earlier UK springs and summers has been accelerating, according to a new study. The research is the most comprehensive and rigorous assessment so far of long-term changes in the seasonal timing of biological events across marine, freshwater and terrestrial environments in the UK.
Carcinogens form from third-hand smoke
from www.sciencedaily.com on 09 Feb 2010
Nicotine in third-hand smoke, the residue from tobacco smoke that clings to virtually all surfaces long after a cigarette has been extinguished, reacts with the common indoor air pollutant nitrous acid to produce dangerous carcinogens.
How respiratory tubes and capillaries form in flies
from www.sciencedaily.com on 09 Feb 2010
Scientists in Spain report on the formation of the small-diameter respiratory tubes of the fly Drosophila -- a process that resembles the development of the finest blood vessels, the capillaries, in mammals.
New method for measuring fluid flow in algae could herald revolution for fluid mechanics
from www.sciencedaily.com on 09 Feb 2010
Researchers in fluid dynamics have studied algae to illuminate fluid mechanics. One of the researchers said, "Nature has long inspired researchers in fluid mechanics to explore the mechanical strategies used by living creatures. Where better to look for innovative solutions to a technological challenge than to organisms that have had millions of years to devise strategies for related challenges?"
Punxsutawney Phil's text: Better late than never - washingtonpost.com
from www.washingtonpost.com on 09 Feb 2010
Punxsutawney Phil texts wintry forecast; message arrives 2 hours after shadow spotted
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