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Medical treatments for dogs with enlarged prostate
Older spotted dog with enlarged prostate
Medical treatments for dogs with enlarged prostateEnlarged prostate in petsPet Health

Medical treatments for dogs with enlarged prostate

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or enlarged prostate is the most common prostate disease in dogs.…
Linda BrentLinda BrentSeptember 19, 20255 min Read More
The silent threat: Hearing loss and dementia
Older man receiving hearing exam by doctor
The silent threat: Hearing loss and dementiaDementia and Alzheimer’s diseaseHuman Health

The silent threat: Hearing loss and dementia

Emerging research connects hearing impairment and an increased risk of cognitive decline, including dementia and…
Linda BrentLinda BrentSeptember 11, 20254 min Read More
Spay/neuter and the risk of a torn ligament in dogs
Spay/neuter and the risk of a torn ligament in dogsHormone-sparing sterilization in petsPet HealthSpay/neuter

Spay/neuter and the risk of a torn ligament in dogs

Recent research shows that early spaying or neutering can raise the risk of ligament tears,…
Ben CarlsonBen CarlsonAugust 27, 20254 min Read More
How spay-neuter syndrome affects a dog’s caregivers
How spay-neuter syndrome affects a dog’s caregiversHormone-sparing sterilization in petsNonsurgical sterilization in petsPet HealthSpay/neuter

How spay-neuter syndrome affects a dog’s caregivers

New research published in Frontiers in Veterinary Science highlights that neutering is not without risks,…
Linda BrentLinda BrentAugust 25, 20258 min Read More
Lithium may be a key to preventing Alzheimer’s disease
Neurons with Alzheimer's disease
Lithium may be a key to preventing Alzheimer’s diseaseDementia and Alzheimer’s diseaseHuman Health

Lithium may be a key to preventing Alzheimer’s disease

Breast cancer remains a significant health challenge worldwide. While advancements in treatment have improved survival…
Linda BrentLinda BrentAugust 20, 20255 min Read More
Brain stimulation for Alzheimer’s shows promise
Brain stimulation for Alzheimer’s shows promiseDementia and Alzheimer’s diseaseHuman Health

Brain stimulation for Alzheimer’s shows promise

Research suggests that repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation may slow cognitive decline in people with early…
Ben CarlsonBen CarlsonAugust 16, 20253 min Read More
Iron infusions are superior to blood transfusions for anemic surgical patients
Iron infusions are superior to blood transfusions for anemic surgical patientsHuman HealthIron deficiency

Iron infusions are superior to blood transfusions for anemic surgical patients

Research reported better outcomes for patients with iron deficiency receiving preoperative iron infusions compared to…
Linda BrentLinda BrentAugust 14, 20255 min Read More
Metformin slows aging process, study shows
Metformin slows aging process, study showsHuman HealthMetformin

Metformin slows aging process, study shows

A comprehensive study published in Cell found that long-term use of metformin slowed the aging…
Linda BrentLinda BrentAugust 6, 20254 min Read More
Another milestone for Plan A male contraceptive
Another milestone for Plan A male contraceptiveContraceptivesHuman HealthVasalgel

Another milestone for Plan A male contraceptive

NEXT Life Sciences has conducted a successful clinical trial of the delivery system for Plan…
Linda BrentLinda BrentJuly 28, 20253 min Read More
Health impacts of dog spaying relative to puberty
Health impacts of dog spaying relative to pubertyHormone-sparing sterilization in petsPet HealthSpay/neuter

Health impacts of dog spaying relative to puberty

The question of when to spay a female dog is one that many owners ask.…
Ben CarlsonBen CarlsonJuly 24, 20255 min Read More
Testosterone restoration for canine “spay-neuter syndrome”
Pax, a dog on testosterone therapy.
Testosterone restoration for canine “spay-neuter syndrome”Pet HealthPet hormone replacement

Testosterone restoration for canine “spay-neuter syndrome”

New research published in BMC Veterinary Research provides foundational safety and dosing data for testosterone…
Linda BrentLinda BrentJuly 14, 20255 min Read More
How the MIND diet can support dementia prevention
MIND diet and the brain image
How the MIND diet can support dementia preventionDementia and Alzheimer’s diseaseHuman Health

How the MIND diet can support dementia prevention

As we age, maintaining our brain health becomes increasingly important. There’s no guaranteed way to…
Linda BrentLinda BrentJune 20, 20256 min Read More
Ultrasound as a non-invasive heart valve therapy
Ultrasound as a non-invasive heart valve therapyHeartHuman Health

Ultrasound as a non-invasive heart valve therapy

Cardiawave, a French medtech company, has developed an innovative, non-invasive heart valve therapy. The Valvosoft…
Ben CarlsonBen CarlsonJune 19, 20253 min Read More
Cat contraceptive in development includes ID microchip
cat
Cat contraceptive in development includes ID microchipHormone-sparing sterilization in petsNonsurgical sterilization in petsPet Health

Cat contraceptive in development includes ID microchip

Researchers have created a new cat contraceptive that could help control stray cat populations —…
Ben CarlsonBen CarlsonMay 28, 20255 min Read More
Nanotechnology targets cancer through breast ducts
Nanotechnology targets cancer through breast ductsBreast cancerHuman HealthMenopause

Nanotechnology targets cancer through breast ducts

Breast cancer remains a significant health challenge worldwide. While advancements in treatment have improved survival…
Linda BrentLinda BrentMarch 17, 20254 min Read More
Vision loss and dementia risk
Vision loss and dementia riskDementia and Alzheimer’s diseaseHuman Health

Vision loss and dementia risk

A recent study found that up to 19% of dementia cases may be attributable to…
Linda BrentLinda BrentFebruary 27, 20253 min Read More
Blood tests predict cardiovascular disease
Blood tests predict cardiovascular diseaseHeartHuman Health

Blood tests predict cardiovascular disease

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. Heart attacks, strokes, and other heart-related…
Ben CarlsonBen CarlsonFebruary 25, 20254 min Read More
Breakthrough cat contraceptive with a single shot
Breakthrough cat contraceptive with a single shotHormone-sparing sterilization in petsPet HealthSpay/neuter

Breakthrough cat contraceptive with a single shot

For years, the only reliable way to prevent pregnancy in female cats was through surgery.…
Ben CarlsonBen CarlsonFebruary 19, 20255 min Read More
The silent threat: Hearing loss and dementia
Older man receiving hearing exam by doctor
The silent threat: Hearing loss and dementiaHuman Health

The silent threat: Hearing loss and dementia

Emerging research connects hearing impairment and an increased risk of cognitive decline, including dementia and…
Linda BrentLinda BrentSeptember 11, 20254 min
Spay/neuter and the risk of a torn ligament in dogs
Spay/neuter and the risk of a torn ligament in dogsPet Health

Spay/neuter and the risk of a torn ligament in dogs

Recent research shows that early spaying or neutering can raise the risk of ligament tears,…
Ben CarlsonBen CarlsonAugust 27, 20254 min
How spay-neuter syndrome affects a dog’s caregivers
How spay-neuter syndrome affects a dog’s caregiversPet Health

How spay-neuter syndrome affects a dog’s caregivers

New research published in Frontiers in Veterinary Science highlights that neutering is not without risks,…
Linda BrentLinda BrentAugust 25, 20258 min
Lithium may be a key to preventing Alzheimer’s disease
Neurons with Alzheimer's disease
Lithium may be a key to preventing Alzheimer’s diseaseHuman Health

Lithium may be a key to preventing Alzheimer’s disease

Breast cancer remains a significant health challenge worldwide. While advancements in treatment have improved survival…
Linda BrentLinda BrentAugust 20, 20255 min
Brain stimulation for Alzheimer’s shows promise
Brain stimulation for Alzheimer’s shows promiseHuman Health

Brain stimulation for Alzheimer’s shows promise

Research suggests that repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation may slow cognitive decline in people with early…
Ben CarlsonBen CarlsonAugust 16, 20253 min
Iron infusions are superior to blood transfusions for anemic surgical patients
Iron infusions are superior to blood transfusions for anemic surgical patientsHuman Health

Iron infusions are superior to blood transfusions for anemic surgical patients

Research reported better outcomes for patients with iron deficiency receiving preoperative iron infusions compared to…
Linda BrentLinda BrentAugust 14, 20255 min
Metformin slows aging process, study shows
Metformin slows aging process, study showsHuman Health

Metformin slows aging process, study shows

A comprehensive study published in Cell found that long-term use of metformin slowed the aging…
Linda BrentLinda BrentAugust 6, 20254 min
Another milestone for Plan A male contraceptive
Another milestone for Plan A male contraceptiveHuman Health

Another milestone for Plan A male contraceptive

NEXT Life Sciences has conducted a successful clinical trial of the delivery system for Plan…
Linda BrentLinda BrentJuly 28, 20253 min
Health impacts of dog spaying relative to puberty
Health impacts of dog spaying relative to pubertyPet Health

Health impacts of dog spaying relative to puberty

The question of when to spay a female dog is one that many owners ask.…
Ben CarlsonBen CarlsonJuly 24, 20255 min
Testosterone restoration for canine “spay-neuter syndrome”
Pax, a dog on testosterone therapy.
Testosterone restoration for canine “spay-neuter syndrome”Pet Health

Testosterone restoration for canine “spay-neuter syndrome”

New research published in BMC Veterinary Research provides foundational safety and dosing data for testosterone…
Linda BrentLinda BrentJuly 14, 20255 min
How the MIND diet can support dementia prevention
MIND diet and the brain image
How the MIND diet can support dementia preventionHuman Health

How the MIND diet can support dementia prevention

As we age, maintaining our brain health becomes increasingly important. There’s no guaranteed way to…
Linda BrentLinda BrentJune 20, 20256 min
Ultrasound as a non-invasive heart valve therapy
Ultrasound as a non-invasive heart valve therapyHuman Health

Ultrasound as a non-invasive heart valve therapy

Cardiawave, a French medtech company, has developed an innovative, non-invasive heart valve therapy. The Valvosoft…
Ben CarlsonBen CarlsonJune 19, 20253 min
Cat contraceptive in development includes ID microchip
cat
Cat contraceptive in development includes ID microchipPet Health

Cat contraceptive in development includes ID microchip

Researchers have created a new cat contraceptive that could help control stray cat populations —…
Ben CarlsonBen CarlsonMay 28, 20255 min
Nanotechnology targets cancer through breast ducts
Nanotechnology targets cancer through breast ductsHuman Health

Nanotechnology targets cancer through breast ducts

Breast cancer remains a significant health challenge worldwide. While advancements in treatment have improved survival…
Linda BrentLinda BrentMarch 17, 20254 min
Vision loss and dementia risk
Vision loss and dementia riskHuman Health

Vision loss and dementia risk

A recent study found that up to 19% of dementia cases may be attributable to…
Linda BrentLinda BrentFebruary 27, 20253 min
Blood tests predict cardiovascular disease
Blood tests predict cardiovascular diseaseHuman Health

Blood tests predict cardiovascular disease

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. Heart attacks, strokes, and other heart-related…
Ben CarlsonBen CarlsonFebruary 25, 20254 min
Breakthrough cat contraceptive with a single shot
Breakthrough cat contraceptive with a single shotPet Health

Breakthrough cat contraceptive with a single shot

For years, the only reliable way to prevent pregnancy in female cats was through surgery.…
Ben CarlsonBen CarlsonFebruary 19, 20255 min
Regional variation in Alzheimer’s and dementia diagnoses
Regional variation in Alzheimer’s and dementia diagnosesHuman Health

Regional variation in Alzheimer’s and dementia diagnoses

Different parts of the United States have different rates of Alzheimer's diagnoses. Scientists from the…
Linda BrentLinda BrentJanuary 24, 20254 min

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Medical treatments for dogs with enlarged prostate
Older spotted dog with enlarged prostate
Medical treatments for dogs with enlarged prostate

Medical treatments for dogs with enlarged prostate

September 19, 2025
The silent threat: Hearing loss and dementia
Older man receiving hearing exam by doctor
The silent threat: Hearing loss and dementia

The silent threat: Hearing loss and dementia

September 11, 2025
Spay/neuter and the risk of a torn ligament in dogs
Spay/neuter and the risk of a torn ligament in dogs

Spay/neuter and the risk of a torn ligament in dogs

August 27, 2025

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