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Necessity of Biopsies
When there is a mass or abnormality present in the body of your pet and x-rays don’t reveal their nature, a biopsy needs to be performed. Before performing a biopsy, the veterinarian will check your pet’s health and take x-rays, blood test and check heart. There are a number of methods used to perform a […]
Rainbow-billed Toucan
What is the native habitat of the Rainbow-billed Toucan? The Rainbow-billed Toucan is found in the jungles of Mexico, Central America and South America. They make their nests in hollowed-out spots in trees. The Rainbow-billed Toucan is the national bird of Belize. What does the Rainbow-billed Toucan look like? This bird is 17-22 inches long […]
Can Rapamycin Increase Lifespan of Mammals
Rapamycin (sirolemus) is an FDA approved antifungal antibiotic drug. It is used in transplant patients to manage rejection and is also an anti-cancer drug. Side effects in humans include diarrhea, hair and nail loss, skin ulcers and rashes. In experiments with mice using low doses, it appeared to slow the aging process and increase the […]