During a routine day at the Port of Houston, four marine inspectors heard barking from amid 10,000 containers
Source: ‘It’s scratching, dude’: US Coast Guard inspectors rescue stowaway dog from shipping container
Lucky dog!
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During a routine day at the Port of Houston, four marine inspectors heard barking from amid 10,000 containers
Source: ‘It’s scratching, dude’: US Coast Guard inspectors rescue stowaway dog from shipping container
Lucky dog!
by Leo
An exciting new study from PHS, in collaboration with the Universities of Strathclyde and Edinburgh, shows that no cervical cancer cases have been detected in women vaccinated at age 12-13 since the Human papillomavirus (HPV) immunisation programme started in Scotland in 2008.
Source: No cervical cancer cases detected in vaccinated women following HPV immunisation
Vaccines work.
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Meet the pet detective who has helped track down and reunite 330 lost dogs with their owners for free—using a thermal imaging drone. She doesn’t accept a penny for her work, saying that the joy when an owner is reunited with their animal is all the reward she needs. Erica Hart, 44, got her first […]
So cool.
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Comparing the brain MRIs of people with and without dementia, researchers have identified an accurate ‘signature’ that may signal a person’s risk of developing the disease five to 10 years before symptoms appear. The novel biomarker could provide an early diagnosis, allowing therapeutic interventions to slow the disease’s progress.
Source: MRI ‘signature’ may reveal dementia 5-to-10 years before symptoms appear
Fascinating.
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“He’s such a good boy, and he was really calming,” said patient Debbie Zaiger, who has anxiety around dental visits.
Source: A dog on your lap at the dentist? ‘Yes, please.’ (gift link)
What a neat idea.
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According to the school district, a Volusia County bus driver stepped in to help a young boy who was choking on a piece of candy while on the bus.
Source: Florida school bus driver saves third-grader from choking on candy, district says
Well done!
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For 35 years, the organization has paired senior citizens with elementary-aged pupils. The program fosters growth — and connection.
Source: At Oasis, St. Louis Tutors Reach Across Generations to Foster Learning
I love these kinds of solutions.
by Leo
The little bird is recovering well and is expected to return to the wild in a few weeks.
Source: A penguin wandered onto a New Zealand airport runway. A rescue ensued. (Gift link)
Cute.
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“I never really felt special, but now I’m starting to get a tiny bit proud of myself,” said Betty Brussel.
Source: Swimmer, 99, just broke three world records in 100-plus age group (gift link)
Love it. And of course … she’s Dutch!
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The genetic treatment targeted a particular kind of congenital deafness and will soon be tried in children who are younger.
Source: Gene Therapy Allows an 11-Year-Old Boy to Hear for the First Time (gift link)
Very cool.