Purdue chemic al Band Aids Repair Dog Spinal Nerves
A Purdue University led project used polyethylene glycol injections within 72 hours of spinal cord injury to repair nerve fibers in dogs. Treated canines regained sensory and motor functions within eight weeks, demonstrating a potential method to aid recovery after spinal injuries.
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PEG therapy shows promise for paralyzed dogs
Purdue and collaborators report 13 of 19 paraplegic dogs regained hind leg use after two PEG injections within days of injury, far exceeding 25 percent recovery with standard care. PEG acts as a molecular band aid to seal damaged nerve cells and may enable human trials in 18 months pending approval.
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Dear Abby Columns On Death Fears Gift Dispute And Manners
A mother seeks guidance as her seven year old son Lyle talks about death and asks her to promise to accompany him to heaven. Abby advises not retracting the promise and suggests gentle probing or consulting a child psychologist if needed. The column also covers a breakup gift dispute with ex partner Carter and a restaurant hygiene concern, advising returning gifts tied to control and reporting unsafe behavior.
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