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Polypharmacy in Veterinary Care: Risks, rewards, and best practices (#209)
Polypharmacy, the use of multiple medications to manage a single patient, is a common practice in veterinary medicine, particularly for...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 30, 20243 min read
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Hippocampus Heroes: How taxi drivers outsmart Alzheimer’s (#208)
Alzheimer’s disease remains one of the most challenging puzzles in modern medicine. With its characteristic amyloid plaques,...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 29, 20243 min read
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Disconnect to Reconnect: Australia bans social media for kids under 16 (#207)
Australia has made global headlines by becoming the first country to pass legislation banning children under 16 from using social media....
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 28, 20242 min read
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De Luxe Red Cab Diaries: Lessons from the streets of Sydney (#206)
In the late 1960s, I found myself behind the wheel of a De Luxe Red Cab, navigating the bustling streets of Sydney. The De Luxe Red Cab...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 26, 20244 min read
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1969 and the Age of Aquarius: Hair comes to Australia (#205)
In 1969, Hair , the American Tribal Love-Rock Musical , arrived in Australia like a gust of rebellious wind, blowing apart the...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 25, 20244 min read
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Leunig: A gentle rebel with a pen (#203)
Michael Leunig , known affectionately as Leunig , was an Australian national treasure whose art transcended the boundaries of cartoons...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 22, 20242 min read
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Equilateral Communication in Veterinary Medicine: A balanced approach (#202)
In the world of veterinary medicine, the relationship between a pet owner, their primary veterinarian, and referral specialists is...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 20, 20242 min read
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The Microplastic Crisis: A global challenge for health and sustainability (#201)
Plastic production has skyrocketed over the past decades, with an alarming 460 million metric tons manufactured in 2019 alone. Â With...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 19, 20243 min read
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Legends of Iceland: The ogress Grýla and the Yule Lads (#200)
In the frost-covered landscapes of Iceland, Christmas folklore takes on a dark and mischievous hue. Here, the Yuletide spirit is embodied...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 18, 20242 min read
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The Yule Cat: Iceland’s Christmas legend explained (#199)
Cozy fireplaces, twinkling lights, and joyful holiday gatherings often come to mind when we think of Christmas traditions. Iceland has a...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 18, 20242 min read
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From Veterinary Clinics to Storybooks: The power of anticonventional thinking (#198)
In a world that often emphasizes conformity and efficiency, creativity can sometimes feel stifled.  Jeffrey Baumgartner’s book on...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 18, 20245 min read
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2024 Nature Headlines: Climate chronicles (#197)
As the year 2024 draws to a close, reflect on a series of transformative events that shaped the trajectory of climate action and our...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 17, 20244 min read
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The Power of Empathy: A bridge to understanding (#196)
In a world that often feels divided, empathy stands as one of the most powerful tools we can use to build meaningful connections and...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 17, 20243 min read
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Krampus: The dark side of Christmas (#195)
When we think of the Christmas season, our minds drift to visions of twinkling lights, cheerful carols, and the jolly figure of Santa...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 16, 20243 min read
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The Human Animal Bond: Mozart and the marvel of a starling (#194)
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart , one of history's most celebrated composers, found inspiration in an unlikely source: a common European starling...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 16, 20242 min read
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Sir William Osler (Part 4of4): 10 fascinating facts (#193)
Sir William Osler’s contributions to medicine, education, and humanism continue to resonate over a century after his passing.  1.       ...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 15, 20242 min read
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Sir William Osler (Part 3of4): Father of modern internal medicine (#192)
Sir William Osler (1849–1918) is celebrated as one of the most influential figures in the history of internal medicine. Known for his...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 15, 20243 min read
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Pet Food & Children's Picture Books:Â It's all about the brand (#191)
At first glance, pet food companies and children's picture book author/illustrators might seem worlds apart. One deals in kibble and...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 15, 20243 min read
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Unlocking the Science Behind Pet Food: Why transparency matters (#190)
When it comes to pet food, we’ve entered an age of unprecedented innovation, offering companion animals high-quality nutrition crafted...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 13, 20243 min read
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The Corporate-Sponsored Residency Debate: Opportunity or inequity? (#189)
Imagine earning a fully funded spot in a prestigious veterinary residency program - but there’s a catch: you’re bound to work for the...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 13, 20244 min read
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