Author: Dr. David Lowemann

H5N1 Bird Flu Detected in a Pig for the First Time

H5N1 bird flu was confirmed in a pig on a backyard farm in Oregon, the first detection of the virus in swine in the country, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said on Wednesday. Pigs represent a particular concern for the spread of bird flu because they can become… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David […]

Published on October 30, 2024

Nanoplastics can reduce the effectiveness of antibiotics

An international research team has investigated how nanoplastic particles deposited in the body affect the effectiveness of antibiotics. The study showed that the plastic particles not only impair the effect of the drugs, but could also promote the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is […]

Published on October 30, 2024

Even a ‘Weekend Warrior’ Gains Brain Benefits

Find it hard to take time to exercise during your busy workweek? No problem, a new study says that one or two “weekend warrior” workouts are just as likely to help you maintain your brain health. People who regularly exercise, whether solely on the weekend or throughout the… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David […]

Published on October 30, 2024