The American Veterinary Medical Association recommends that all adult cats visit the vet at least once a year. These annual ...

The test results came back quickly. It wasn’t ehrlichia or anaplasma. But a blood smear revealed the Babesia parasite in 1 percent of her red blood cells — more than 200 billion organisms.

A platelet count measures the average platelet level in a person’s blood. High or low platelet levels can increase the risk of clotting or excessive bleeding. Platelets, also called thrombocytes ...

Whole apples only gradually increase blood sugar levels because they contain fiber. Apple juice may have more sugar and it doesn’t contain fiber, so it can be used to treat low blood sugar.

This is because the brain needs sugar as a fuel. Changes in blood sugar levels can sometimes cause nerve damage in the brain. The brain needs about half of the sugar in the body in order to ...

No food is off-limits when you have diabetes. The key is to watch portions, balance what you eat, and have about the same number of carbohydrates in each meal. These four tips can help you get ...

By contrast, antlers consist of bone covered by living skin known as “velvet,” which supplies blood as the bone grows. Antlers will regrow after they fall off, which they do seasonally.

MILTON, Fla. -- Cat owners in the community have an opportunity to provide essential care for their feline friends during the upcoming Feline Fix Fest hosted by A Hope. The event, scheduled for ...