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Small Dogs Vs Big Dogs: Which Are More Unhealthy?
A new study published today is diving deep into how a dog’s size can affect their health. The study found evidence that larger dogs tend to have a higher risk of many health problems and generally shorter lifespans, while also showing that smaller dog breeds can have their own unique health risks as well. The…
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Oldest Fossilized Skin Discovered, Clocks in at 300 Million Years Old
Researchers believe they’ve found the oldest known fossilized skin, hidden away in a limestone cave system in Oklahoma. The skin sample dates to the early Permian Period, between 289 million years ago and 286 million years ago. The skin belonged to an ancient reptile and is epidermis—the outer layer of skin in amniotes, a group…
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Study Finds Specific Cancers Could Be Prevented by Exercise
Regular exercise is linked to a lower risk of developing certain cancers, such as those of the head, neck and the lungs, according to a new study. The researchers also found that people who were diagnosed with cancer but exercised still tended to live longer than those who didn’t exercise. Countless studies have found that…
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Eruption of Scabies Infections Hits UK
The UK is facing an eruption of scabies, an itchy skin infestation caused by mites. Dermatologists across the country are reporting a rise in scabies cases, fueled by shortages of the medications most commonly used to treat it. These cases are disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations, such as those living in elder care facilities and other…