The human gut microbiota largely reaches an adult-like composition by five years of age, but important differences remain, finds a study published on March 31st in the journal Cell Host & Microbe. Several bacterial taxa that have been associated with human health are acquired late in childhood and have not reached their adult abundance by […]
Lyme disease has the potential to emerge in a wider range of habitats than previously thought
Lyme disease has the potential to emerge in a wider range of habitats than previously thought, suggests University of Liverpool and University of Glasgow research. A new study, published in Emerging Infectious Diseases found that open, treeless habitats can support similar densities of infected ticks as woodland in the UK, challenging established knowledge of which […]
ASPCA Assists Hamilton Police Department with Rescue of Nearly 30 Dogs in Northwest Alabama
At the request of the Hamilton Police Department, the ASPCA National Field Response team is on the ground assisting with the rescue of nearly 30 dogs, including puppies, from a property in Hamilton, Alabama. We are providing support with evidence collection, legal assistance, forensics exams, medical and behavioral care and sheltering for the animals. The Greater Birmingham […]
Inflammation-fighting protein could improve treatment of rheumatoid arthritis
New research led by scientists at Washington State University has found that a protein known as GBP5 appears to play a key role in suppressing inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis, a potentially debilitating disease in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own joint tissues. Published in the journal Arthritis & Rheumatology, the discovery could […]
Subaru of America, Inc. Displayed Unwavering Support for Animals in 2020
During a year like no other, Subaru of America, Inc. consistently demonstrated its unwavering commitment to vulnerable animals nationwide. Since the inception of our partnership with Subaru in 2008, we have received over $30 million in vital funds, which has helped impact more than 74,000 animals across the United States. In 2020, we teamed up […]
90 Day Fiance's Loren and Alexei Adorably Reveal Sex of Baby No. 2
When it comes to celebrity gender reveals, creativity abounds! Several stars — including Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi, Jessica Simpson and Jessica Alba — have gone above and beyond to let their fans and loved ones know what the sex of their babies will be. Celebrity Babies of 2019 The formula is simple enough: Stuff a unique […]
The Official Top 10 Pet Toxins of 2020
Every year, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) compiles a list of the top toxins commonly reported that year. In 2020 alone, APCC helped more than 370,500 animals, providing their pet parents with lifesaving information and easy-to-use safety guides. This week is National Poison Prevention Week, and the perfect time to share the top […]
Podcast: After a year of COVID-19, vaccines making life better but it’s not over
A new episode of our podcast, “Show Me the Science,” has been posted. At present, these podcast episodes are highlighting research and patient care on the Washington University Medical Campus as our scientists and clinicians confront the COVID-19 pandemic. When we launched this podcast in March 2020, our first guest was a doctor who had […]
Deluge of DNA changes drives progression of fatal melanomas
Melbourne researchers have revealed how melanoma cells are flooded with DNA changes as this skin cancer progresses from early, treatable stages through to fatal end-stage disease. Using genomics, the team tracked DNA changes occurring in melanoma samples donated by patients as their disease progressed, right through to the time the patient died. This revealed dramatic […]
Bill to Help Victims of Animal Fighting Reintroduced in U.S. House
The ASPCA’s ongoing work to stop the horrific cruelty of animal fighting is multi-faceted. Through our efforts supporting law enforcement, prosecutors, and veterinarians to combat this crime, we know firsthand that rescuing victims from animal fighting is just the first step in a long journey toward rehabilitation. Unfortunately, in federal animal-fighting cases, this journey can […]