Last week’s most read posts
- 5 employer strategies to help with rising inflation. Link.
- KC Animal Health Corridor announces dates, speakers for 2022 Animal Health Summit. Link.
- Engaging veterinary technicians improves practice success. Link.
Last week’s AHD Bulletin
- Animal Health Digest Bulletin, Thursday, May 19, 2022. Link.
One year ago: most read posts from AHD Bulletin, May 25, 2021
- The 3 Rs of tick-borne diseases. Link.
- Flexible workforces in veterinary practices might include aging boomers. Link.
- Dairy herds need to be vaccinated for leptospirosis. Link.
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Like or dislike coffee? Likely genetic caffeine sensitivity.
Source: National Geographic, November 2, 2018. Link. Whether you crave or can’t stand coffee may be influenced by your genetic sensitivity to caffeine. Scientists are teasing out how jitters, sleeplessness, and even bitter taste are all influenced by tiny variations in your genetic code.
Lest we forget the energizing benefits of dairy protein
Source: The Bullvine, May 19, 2022. Link. While many foods are excellent sources of protein, dairy remains one of the best options because it contains a high concentration of essential amino acids, notably leucine, which supports muscle health and other structural roles in the body. In addition to protein, milk delivers a package of a dozen other important nutrients.
Is there a connection between Lyme disease and Alzheimer’s?
Source: Amen Clinics, May 18, 2022. Link. Infectious illnesses, such as Lyme disease, are a major cause of psychiatric and cognitive problems that few medical professionals recognize. Lyme disease is associated with a variety of neurological and psychiatric symptoms and conditions.