Pigs that eat a lot of copper in their food face a strange shift inside their stomachs. The extra metal changes the tiny community of bacteria that normally live there, and this can affect how Salmonella Typhimurium behaves. The Salmonella strain that has become a worldwide problem, called ST34,
Postmedia Studios, a unit of Postmedia Network Inc. , and Elevation Pictures have joined forces to back Canadian feature projects. The first joint effort is the documentary “Fire Weather, ” made for CBC and produced by Elevation Pictures and Mercury Films. The film follows the story of wildfires, dr
Post-menopausal women face a higher risk of high blood pressure. This is due to aging and big changes in hormones. Exercise is known to help manage blood pressure. But, how much and what kind of exercise works best? This is what a recent study tried to find out. The study looked at different types
Pig farming in China is a big deal. It's a major part of the country's agriculture. But, just like any other farming, it faces challenges. One of the biggest is diseases. These illnesses can really mess up the productivity of pig farms. And guess what? The size of the farm matters too. Smaller farm
Pigs have been moving around the Pacific islands for thousands of years. This isn't just a fun fact. It's a big deal. These pigs changed the islands forever. But how did they get there? Scientists looked at pig DNA and teeth. They studied over 500 pigs. They also looked at teeth from pigs that live
Pigs face different health challenges when infected with various pathogens. A recent study looked at how hard-to-digest protein in their food affects their well-being when they get sick. The focus was on two common pig illnesses: E. coli and Salmonella. Thirty-two young pigs were split into two gro
Post Malone and his ex-fiancée, Hee Sung "Jamie" Park, have finally reached a custody agreement for their 3-year-old daughter. The details are private, but the fact that they settled is a big deal. This wasn't an easy process. Park wanted the case moved to Los Angeles, where child support payments
Pig Hill Farms in Lyon County is making waves with a unique approach to keeping their pigs healthy. They've started using far-UV light as part of their biosecurity measures. This isn't your average light bulb; it's a special kind of ultraviolet light that's safe for humans but tough on germs. The f
Pigs can get really sick from a virus called PEV-G. It causes problems like diarrhea, brain swelling, trouble breathing, and even issues with reproduction. Normally, finding this virus takes a lot of time and special tools. But now, there are new ways to detect it quickly and easily. Two new method
Post-surgery pain management is a hot topic in nursing research. It is a critical area of study. The focus is on understanding the latest trends and key areas of interest. This is done through a method called bibliometric analysis. This method helps to see what's trending and where the focus is
