Author: Dr. David Lowemann

Surprising Causes of Your Itchy Skin

People often experience more itching in winter due to the dry air and lower humidity levels. The cold weather can strip the skin of its natural moisture, leading to dryness and irritation. Indoor heating systems further exacerbate the problem by reducing humidity indoors…. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., […]

Published on February 11, 2025

Cold temperatures promote spread of a bird pink eye pathogen at winter feeders

A recent study by two biological science researchers found that a pathogen for bird pink eye remained viable on bird feeders in winter months much longer than in summer months, without losing any of its severity. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for […]

Published on February 11, 2025