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January 25, 2023

Altruism, Empathy Toward Animals Begins at an Early Age for Many, Study Finds: “Domestication Enabled Humans to Thrive”

Are humans inherently good or inherently selfish? Philosophers stretching back to the times of Socrates and Plato have debated human nature and its complexities. But only in recent decades have scientists and researchers started to pull back the layers on this complicated question. According to Scientific American, a set of studies conducted in 2012 by […]

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Nonprofit Helps Older People Care for Their Dogs: “They Deserve Every Kindness”

Dogs and other pets are often a great help to older adults when it comes to companionship and overall well-being. However, illnesses and long hospital stays can complicate pet care, an issue Carie Broecker has been familiar with for over a decade.  Broecker, who lives on California’s central coast, has long worked in animal rescue,

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First FDA-Approved, Preventative Treatment for Type 1 Diabetes Offers Hope to Patients, Families

In November, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first preventative treatment for Type 1 diabetes, a major step forward for those who have the lifelong illness. Now, individuals and families are beginning to reap the benefits of the breakthrough medication.  According to the American Diabetes Association, roughly 1.9 million people in the U.S.

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