Health News Archives

Infection With Common Parasite Raises Schizophrenia Risk
Findings show toxoplasma, carried by cats and farm animals, precedes mental illness

Dogs Could Be a Diabetic’s Best Friend
Study aims to prove anecdotes that canines can smell dangerous drops in blood sugar levels

Pet Turtles Linked to Rise in Salmonella Infections
They're banned for sale by law, yet many parents are unaware of health risks, experts say

Terriers Join Fight Against a Killer Disease in Humans
'Westies' breed is also prone to pulmonary fibrosis, which has no cure

Cats Help Shield Owners From Heart Attack
Study finds 30% risk reduction when felines are in the home

U.S. Seeks to Limit Animal Testing of Toxic Chemicals
Future screening would rely on lab cells, robots, computer models

Scientists Spot Dog Fur Color Gene
This canine insight could help humans, team says

Cat’s Genome Map Purrfected
Blueprint of feline DNA could help humans, too, scientists say

Medical, Behavioral Woes Can Drive Dogs to Bite
Study found pain, nervous disposition helps spur these outbursts

Chemical Flame Retardants Linked to Thyroid Disease in Cats
Finding could be a sign of possible health threat to humans, researchers say