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pets-and-animals1 year ago

Study Reveals Dog Breeds at Higher Risk of Cancer

New research has identified specific dog breeds with a higher susceptibility to cancer, challenging the misconception that larger breeds face an increased risk. Large breeds such as Flat-Coated Retrievers, Bernese Mountain dogs, and Westies were found to have high cancer rates. The study also revealed that inbreeding within a breed may reduce lifespan but does not increase the risk of cancer, shedding light on genetic mutations contributing to cancer in dogs and providing a model for monitoring cancer susceptibility in specific breeds.

via Yahoo Life|
#cancer-risk#dog-breeds#genetic-mutations
health2 years ago

COVID-19 vaccine updates: Increased susceptibility, nationwide rollout, insurance issues, and availability

Doctors recommend getting the newly updated COVID-19 vaccine as some people are becoming more susceptible to the virus, particularly the omicron variant. The current strain has mutated enough to be different from previous strains, making it harder for the body to recognize. The new vaccine is believed to reduce the risk of severe infection. However, there are delivery delays for the updated vaccine at CVS Health.

via WWLP.com|
#covid-19#delivery-delays#health
health2 years ago

Identifying Vulnerable Neurons in Alzheimer's Disease

MIT researchers have identified a subset of neurons in the mammillary body of the hypothalamus that are most susceptible to neurodegeneration and hyperactivity in Alzheimer's disease. This damage leads to memory impairments, suggesting that this region may contribute to some of the earliest symptoms of the disease. The researchers found that they could reverse memory impairments caused by hyperactivity and neurodegeneration in mammillary body neurons by treating them with a drug that is now used to treat epilepsy. The findings suggest that the mammillary body could make a good target for potential drugs that could slow down the progression of Alzheimer's disease.

via MIT News|
#alzheimers-disease#drug-treatment#health