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Early warning signs of Huntingdon’s found in sheep

Early warning signs of Huntingdon’s found in sheep

Blood samples revealed ‘startling differences’ in the biochemistry of sheep carrying the HD gene. Research uncovers biomarkers for illness before...

Snail venom could treat chronic pain

Snail venom could treat chronic pain

The compound (RgIA) in the study was obtained from the venom of Conus regius, the royal cone. Compound offers a...

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Vets and medics perform rare spinal cord surgery

Vets and medics perform rare spinal cord surgery

There have been just two previous reports of dogs with the same ‘hemangioma’ tumour. Human neurosurgeons helped to remove dog’s...

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Baboons can make vowel-like sounds, study finds

Baboons can make vowel-like sounds, study finds

Researchers say their findings suggest language may have begun to evolve around 25 million years ago. Discovery has implications for...

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‘Reproductive conflict’ could explain menopause

‘Reproductive conflict’ could explain menopause

The mortality of older mothers’ offspring is 1.7 times that of younger mothers’ offspring. Older orcas face higher offspring mortality...

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New heart disease drug offers hope for cats and humans

New heart disease drug offers hope for cats and humans

HCM is one of the most commonly diagnosed diseases in cats. MYK-461 proven effective in a study of five cats...

Researchers create antibiotic spider silk

Researchers create antibiotic spider silk

Scientists have been trying to find ways to harness the remarkable properties of spider silk. Material could be used in...

AMR review highlights knowledge gaps

AMR review highlights knowledge gaps

"There are still a lot of unknowns regarding the spread of AMR between animals and humans…" Authors call for ‘One...

Call for ‘One Health’ approach to obesity

Call for ‘One Health’ approach to obesity

The event brought together speakers from human and veterinary medicine. ‘Milestone event’ highlights success of walking programmes Human and veterinary...

Platypus venom could treat diabetes

Platypus venom could treat diabetes

The hormone produced in the gut of the platypus to regulate blood glucose, is also produced in its venom. Scientists...

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