Gene Therapy Reverses Heart Failure in Pig Trials
New research shows the gene therapy didn’t just prevent heart failure from worsening in four lab pigs, but actually prompted hearts to repair and grow stronger. “Even though the animals are still facing stress on the heart to induce heart failure,
Heart failure is reversed with new gene therapy in animal study: ‘Unprecedented recovery’
Heart failure has historically been irreversible, but a new study suggests that could change. At the University of Utah, scientists used a new gene therapy that reversed heart failure in animals.
Gene therapy reverses heart failure in new trials
In a new study, failing hearts nearly returned to full function in laboratory pigs after they received an experimental gene therapy.
Cure for heart failure on horizon after scientists cure pigs with gene therapy
A cure for heart failure could be on the horizon after scientists inserted a gene into ailing pigs, allowing their hearts to pump blood at normal levels again. Researchers at the University of Utah want to begin human trials next year,
New gene therapy reverses heart failure in large animal model
In a single IV injection, a gene therapy targeting cBIN1 can reverse the effects of heart failure and restore heart function in a large animal model. The therapy increases the amount of blood the heart can pump and dramatically improves survival.
Alaqua Animal Rescue asks for support to treat 21 neglected horses rescued by law enforcement
After taking in 21 neglected horses from Washington County, Alaqua Animal Rescue is asking for community support.
Researchers thrilled after discovering animal thought to be extinct: 'This is the kind of news that you work your whole career for'
"This is the kind of news that you work your whole career for," said Kayla Garcia, zoological manager of invertebrates at the ...
Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter hit with deluge of stray animals before Christmas
Officials say they’re seeing some overcrowding at the Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter. Shelter leaders say it started right ...
Marshmallow Animal Shelter asking for help with funding
DETROIT LAKES, MINN (Valley News Live) - The Marshmallow Animal Shelter is asking for help with raising funds that would help ...
Latest AZ bird flu cases: Animals in Maricopa County and wastewater in Coconino County
Health officials have detected new cases of bird flu statewide, one at a zoo in Maricopa County and the other in wastewater ...
New Zealand to Outlaw Greyhound Racing Due to High Injury and Death Rates 'in the Best Interest of the Animals'
Currently, the practice is only legal in New Zealand, Australia, Ireland, the United Kingdom and the United States. The ban ...
Tiger fatally attacks zoo employee while he was cleaning animal's cage, officials say
Officials said the 52-year-old victim, who had worked at the zoo since 2015, entered the tiger's cage without complying with ...
How the pandemic brought out the off-road 'animal spirits' in drivers
"You can go out in the middle of nowhere and run around and go over boulders and enjoy the uncontaminated wilderness," Howard ...
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2 charged in large-scale animal abuse case in Beltrami County
A man and a woman are facing criminal charges in northern Minnesota after investigators found an estimated 250 cats and dogs ...
Thunderbolts hand out stuffed animals to children after annual Teddy Bear Toss
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - The Evansville Thunderbolts hockey team have been handing out teddy bears that were thrown by fans in their last home game. On Saturday, the Thunderbolts held their annual ...
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Animal experts say pets make great gifts, but wait till after holidays to bring into home
NEWPORT—As parents consider whether a puppy or kitten should be on their child’s Christmas list, animal experts say they ...
20 Funny Animal Photos, Winners Of Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards
With a record 9,000 entries competing this year, the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards has reached its conclusion — ...