Coronavirus Outbreak: Latest News & Updates

Coronavirus Outbreak: Latest News & Updates

News about the coronavirus outbreak that started in Wuhan, China, is changing rapidly. The respiratory infection, which is closely related to SARS and MERS, has been spreading across China, and cases have been diagnosed in several other countries, including the United States. We’ll provide the latest updates on cases, deaths, travel restrictions, and more here.

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New Study Says Lower Age of First Colonoscopy

New Study Says Lower Age of First Colonoscopy

The rate of colon cancer among Americans spikes sharply between the ages of 49 and 50, a new study finds — supporting the case for earlier screening for the disease. Researchers say the uptick between those two ages does not reflect an actual increase in the occurrence of colon cancer but the fact that screening

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Could Strep Throat Become Untreatable?

Could Strep Throat Become Untreatable?

When a child has strep throat, an antibiotic like penicillin usually has them back at school 24 hours later. But a new study warns that strains of bacteria that cause strep throat and “flesh-eating disease” appear close to becoming resistant to penicillin and other antibiotics known as beta-lactams. “If this germ becomes truly resistant to

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First Treatment for Peanut Allergy Approved by FDA

First Treatment for Peanut Allergy Approved by FDA

Allergy symptoms include itchy eyes and skin, sneezing, nasal congestion, wheezing, and rash. Seasonal allergies result from grass, weed, tree pollen, or molds. Cat and dog dander allergies are common. Food allergies include peanut or milk. When you have allergies, it means your immune system reacts to something that’s usually harmless. During a reaction, your

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Winner Of The Week: Two Alpha Females Work Out A Life-Changing Victory In $137,000 Adequan Grand Prix

Winner Of The Week: Two Alpha Females Work Out A Life-Changing Victory In $137,000 Adequan Grand Prix

Erin Davis-Heineking wasn’t looking for a way back into show jumping when her husband, Christian Heineking, suggested she try a new mare in the barn. “Every year at our farm we have a little New Year’s jumping competition; you get on a horse you don’t know, and we have a high jump competition,” Davis-Heineking said.

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A Day In The Life With: Liz Arbittier, Large Animal Vet And Small Dog Enthusiast

A Day In The Life With: Liz Arbittier, Large Animal Vet And Small Dog Enthusiast

Liz is an assistant professor in the clinical equine field service at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine’s New Bolton Center in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. Preface to my day: The most important fact about me, beyond my veterinary work, is that I run a special-needs dog hospice/networking service. It’s currently called Hospice Pet

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