Month: February 2022

Highly Lethal Bird Flu Found in Kentucky Chicken Farm Widens Outbreak

A commercial chicken flock in Kentucky tested positive for a highly lethal form of bird flu, officials said on Monday, widening an outbreak that threatens the U.S. poultry industry. Infections in the chickens being raised for meat are set to trigger more restrictions on U.S…. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, […]

Published on February 14, 2022

Transient BP spikes coupled to learning in brain

Minor everyday rises in blood pressure due to short-term stressors can be linked to a brain area that controls conscious and learned motor skills. This discovery paves the way for a chance to influence the rises in blood pressure and, in the long run, prevent hypertension. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David […]

Published on February 14, 2022

Why Chocolate is the Heart-Healthy Valentine’s Day Choice

Giving dark chocolate to your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day may be a win-win emotionally and physically, an expert suggests. But it’s important to keep any potential health benefits in perspective, noted Lizzy Davis, an assistant professor of nutrition sciences at the… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a […]

Published on February 14, 2022