Oncogenes are like friends who’ve gone off the deep end. Normally steady, reliable members of the cellular workforce, these genes become very bad influences when mutated or expressed at high levels — urging a cell to divide uncontrollably and become cancerous. Now scientists at the Stanford University School of Medicine and the University of Wuerzburg,… Continue reading
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How to prevent and control fleas in dogs
The ordinary cat flea (Ctenocephalides felis)is the leading cause of itching and scratching in dogs and cats. Fleas survive by jumping onto a host animal, cutting open their skin, and feeding on the blood. In many dogs, the bites cause only a mild itch, but a heavy infestation in a puppy or small dog can… Continue reading
How to control eating and portions
Those suffering from obesity are likely having a difficult time with portion control. The amount of food eaten is often a bigger contributor to weight gain than the type of food eaten. Even healthy foods consumed in vast quantities can lead to an overabundance of calories and unwanted pounds. To help ensure portion sizes are… Continue reading
Your child and self-control
When kids melt down in the middle of a crowded store, at a holiday dinner with extended family, or at home, it can be extremely frustrating. But parents can help kids learn self-control and teach them how to respond to situations without just acting on impulse. Teaching self-control skills is one of the most important… Continue reading