Wellbeing & Lifestyle
The last act
I rescued my dachshund Toby 15 years ago. Would I have the strength to say goodbye today?
Facing the sweetness and sorrow of the bond
Saying goodbye reminds us of our love for the creatures that share our lives.
Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald: Do it today
Life is sweet, but it is so short. Make every moment count.
Men overspend to attract sexual partners
Home foreclosures and rising credit card debt are symptoms of compulsive overspending.
Happiness really is contagious
And your happiness positively affects your friends, your friends' friends, and your friends' friends' friends.
Sleep helps you remember complicated tasks
Did you already forget what you learned in that CE session yesterday? Get some sleep!
Down on the floor - it's another pill stampede
Pill bottles seem designed to keep the freshness in and the doctor out.
It's got to be here-somewhere!
Losing things can make life frustrating and stressful.
Pets keep humans healthy
Our furry friends do more than keep us company.
High-five! Uh, not until you wash your hands.
Both genders have more germs on their hands than previously thought-and women have more than men.
10 tips for improving your memory
Follow this advice to keep your brain sharp as you age.
Reduce stress to increase productivity
Follow these tips to improve your time management skills.
Microwaved meals could lead to illness
Be sure to fully cook your food before eating that frozen meal.
Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald: The dash
In his blog, Dr. Fitzgerald reminds us to live our lives -- the dash -- with unbridled joy.
Hazardous therapy
NATIONAL REPORT - Brett Cordes, DVM, turned 35 when he felt the lump in his neck.
DVMs enjoy their jobs, AVMA study reports
Schaumburg, Ill. -- Having a bad day? Here's some news that may perk you up. A recent survey of the profession shows veterinarians love their jobs and are generally pretty happy people.
The seven worst habits of workaholics
You may be a model worker, but is your body suffering for it?
Fighting smelly streets with DNA
An Israeli city is using a DNA database to match feces left in the street to dogs and their owners.
Pets are bright spots in dark times
Times are tough, but clients still depend on the services of their veterinarian.
Birth order can determine career choice
Sibling rivalry takes on a whole new meaning with a study on careers and earnings.
'Doc' Baker shares stories, wins awards with his bluegrass compositions
"I think everyone needs an outlet, no matter what they do," says public health veterinarian Stanley 'Doc' Baker.
Dogs help kids combat obesity
Kids get off the couch to play with their furry friends.
Building a green practice: Part 10
Dr. Michelle Chappel discusses how building a veterinary practice changed her perspective on veterinary business and medicine.
New exercise guidelines more doable
Government eased up on the amount of recommended activity
Does anyone want to work anymore? (Proceedings)
Objectives: Understand the impact of stress on you and the workplace, identify what triggers stress, evaluate the options available to manage stress, and adopt a strategy and make it work for you.
Can cows be considered navigators?
Cows always face north-south when grazing.
Conflict: How to overcome approval addiction
How to handle tough situations in the office.
Public picks poodle for Obama
Eighth most popular dog breed is America's top recommendation for the presidential candidate.
Quiz: Are you burned out?
Test yourself to see whether your career flame is in danger of being snuffed out.
Chew on this: Intellectual activities make people pig out
Be mindful of the stress of thinking.