Research by the University of Plymouth has showed spores of Clostridioides difficile, commonly known as C. diff, are completely unaffected despite being treated with high concentrations of bleach used in many hospitals.

Brooklyn, New York, a vibrant metropolis with a heartbeat of its own, is where dreams come to life, and where individuals with enormous hearts and aspirations thrive. In this dynamic city, one remarkable figure stands out – Quisha Brown, a single mother, a seasoned veterinary professional, and a passionate advocate for both pets and people.

In today's world, where concerns about antibiotic resistance and public health are on the rise, scientists are actively seeking alternatives to antibiotics in chicken feed. In a recent publication in the Animal Nutrition journal by KeAi, a team of Canadian researchers detailed a common ingredient in chicken diets—wheat—and how a special enzyme, purified beta-glucanase, can make a big difference.

Researchers evaluated the efficacy of two different treatments, orally administered fluralaner and topically administered imidacloprid/flumethrin, for controlling infestations of Rhipicephalus sanguineus sensu lato (brown dog tick) in premises where dogs are housed. The study involved 32 dogs in eight kennels, with one group serving as untreated controls, another receiving oral fluralaner, and the third receiving topical imidacloprid/flumethrin collars. Prior to treatment, tick infestations were established in the kennels, and precise off-host tick counting was performed on kennel surfaces.