Insulinomas are tumors of insulin producing cells in the pancreas. They are very common in pet ferrets and are usually found around ages 4-6. Insulinomas usually occur when other diseases are present such as lymphomas, cardiomyopathy, etc. The tumors produce excessive amounts of insulin causing low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Symptoms can be sudden or gradually […]
Dr. Michael Greger, director of public health and animal agriculture at the HSUS has authored a book, “Bird Flu: A Virus of Our Own Hatching.” Dr. Greger’s interest in animal diseases affecting humans began with AIDS research. It is believed that the HIV virus began with the bushmeat trade in Africa with the slaughter of […]
