Health
Walking fido is doggone good for your health
(HealthDay)—Walking the dog may be a health boon for older Americans, new research suggests.
May 6, 2016
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Largest-ever study of pets and kids' health finds no link
Contrary to popular belief, having a dog or cat in the home does not improve the mental or physical health of children, according to a new RAND Corporation study.
Aug 7, 2017
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Psychology & Psychiatry
People who struggle to cope with stressful situations could benefit from owning a pet, study finds
Having a pet can help people who are less resilient cope with the stresses of everyday life, new Kingston University research has found. Where owners consider their animals to be more important than the friends in their lives, ...
Oct 24, 2022
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Cardiology
New findings show that for heart health, environment matters
Working with colleagues in the U.S. and in China, University at Albany School of Public Health faculty and students have released new findings about the cardiovascular health impacts of environmental factors, including results ...
Aug 10, 2018
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Surprising ways owning a dog is good for your health
(HealthDay)—Apart from the sheer fun of owning a pet, having a dog enhances well-being and even personal growth in many ways.
Jun 12, 2019
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Health
Is it OK to kiss your pet? The risk of animal-borne diseases is small, but real
Our relationship with pets has changed drastically in recent decades. Pet ownership is at an all-time high, with a recent survey finding 69% of Australian households have at least one pet. We spend an estimated A$33 billion ...
Sep 5, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Pets give companionship, cuddles and joy—and also unavoidable stresses
Owning a pet can be a roller coaster. There are the highs, like when your dog greets you with a full-body wiggle when you return home, or when your cat purrs loudly as you cuddle next to one another. Then there are the lows, ...
May 23, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Do pets make you happier? Study shows they did not during the pandemic
There is a general understanding that pets have a positive impact on one's well-being. A new study by Michigan State University found that although pet owners reported pets improving their lives, there was not a reliable ...
Nov 8, 2023
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