Pigs can breathe through their butts. So can mice and rats! Scientists discovered this by researching alternative methods for ventilators traditionally used to pump oxygen to the lungs. Turns out, oxygen gas via the anus into the intestines worked in reoxygenating blood. Read the research in “Ventilating the rectum to support respiration” >> https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/809010
Researchers have found that getting outside can improve mental health. Time outside means better stress management, improved feelings of fulfillment, and feeling more a part of a community. As mental illnesses rise across the globe, it is important to have cheap and accessible treatment options available. A recent study suggests that healthcare providers should think …
Beginning July 1st in Florida, it will be illegal to release balloons into the sky. Often associated with celebrations and memorials, the release of balloons has been identified as a significant environmental hazard to wildlife. Turtles, birds, and other wildlife frequently mistake deflated balloons and their strings for food, leading to ingestion, entanglement, suffering, and even …