How can a mosquito make you sick? The workings of a tiny vector. It weighs barely a few milligrams, flies relatively quietly, and yet is responsible for millions of illnesses each year: ...

A cow’s salivary glands can make and add 50 to 80 quarts of saliva to the rumen daily. Saliva has several functions in cows. Saliva keeps the rumen pH between 6.2 and 6.8 for best digestion of forage ...

It is possible that the patient had a mucosal radiation reaction to the 131 I, which was concentrated in the oral cavity by secretions from all the major and minor salivary glands.

A healthy digestive system also plays a significant role in overall well-being, impacting everything from immunity and mental health to the prevention of various diseases.

This research highlights the association between AMY1 gene copy number and salivary enzyme activity, with implications for ...

Initially, not all salivary glands were thought to be impaired while those glands that demonstrated damage seemed to heal spontaneously without further subjective and objective symptomatology ...

Rheumatoid arthritis and spondyloarthritis are long-lasting inflammatory diseases that gradually wear down joints. While ...

A: An annual exam is important for your veterinarian to evaluate the health of your pet fully and update their annual ...

Indian Astronaut Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is currently on-board in the International Space Station (ISS) for a 14-day mission.

Food intolerance occurs when your digestive system can’t tolerate certain foods. Unlike food allergies, which can cause hives and respiratory problems, an intolerance only affects digestion.

A: If you have a pet with long hair who walks around in tall grasses in the spring and summer in Flagstaff, you are probably familiar with the dreaded foxtail. These bushy plant seeds, also known as ...