Using tanning beds to get that pre-vacation ‘base tan’ is still popular, despite well-documented research that they increase the risk of skin cancer, greatly. Is enough being done to teach users about the risks?
Unlike graphic photos of smoking-related diseases on cigarette packaging – said by many to effectively turn off potential smokers – tanning bed warning labels consist...
February 11, 2020
The pressure to chart a post-graduation path can be daunting for fourth-year veterinary students. But programs like Ruminant Field Services (RFS) are reducing that stress by preparing veterinarians to join the workforce with confidence. As part of the Ontario AgriFood Innovation Alliance, the Veterinary Capacity Program (VCP) provides support for RFS, a learner-centred initiative that allows students to combine academics and real-world skills through working...
February 7, 2020
Cats are popular pets: there are an estimated 200 million pet cats worldwide, with more pet cats than pet dogs. Cats live in about 38 per cent of Canadian households, 25.4 per cent of American households and 25 per cent of European households.
Cats also seem to be a great source of entertainment. There are...
February 3, 2020
Let’s THRIVE Week officially kicks off today with a focus on mental health awareness and well-being, as well as encouraging an open dialogue about mental health.Feb 18Traveling this winter? You might want to reconsider your pre-vacation tanning
Feb 11Future veterinarians develop workplace confidence
Feb 7Are you a cat whisperer? How to read Fluffy's facial expressions
Feb 3It’s time to THRIVE
Jan 28Data-driven solutions - the power of bioinformatics
Jan 22Reducing avian influenza’s opportunity to take hold
Jan 15OVC professor receives Research Excellence Award
Jan 9BPA Replacement Hinders Heart Function, U of G Study Finds
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