Trial to extend life of dogs shows 'significant improvements' in heart health, say scientists
A trial to see if it was possible to extend the lifespan of pet dogs has shown significant improvements in heart health. Evolutionary geneticists at the University of Washington in the US, have been conducting phase 1 trials to see if the anti-rejection medicine rapamycin could ward off death. The …
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