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July 13, 2026 — Following the sudden death of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, widespread news reports indicate he suffered from an aortic dissection. An aortic dissection is a tear in the inner layer of the aorta, the body’s largest artery. Blood surges through the tear, causing the layers of the aortic wall…

Avocados are one of many food crops with Mexican origins that have won the hearts and stomachs of many across the world, becoming the “it” food of the 21st century. However, apart from being delicious, avocados are exceedingly healthy, and we’ve consulted an expert who’s in favor of eating them every day. In an interview with registered…

Diet recommendations for cats receiving SGLT2 inhibitors remain an area of ongoing discussion among veterinary professionals. In this video interview from the 2026 AVMA Convention in Anaheim, California, Ellen Behrend, VMD, PhD, MS, DACVIM (SAIM), discusses what is known about dietary considerations with SGLT2 inhibitors, why recommendations from human medicine may not directly translate to…

When Aneela Ijaz, M.D., and Khalifa Al-Sulaiti, M.D., arrived in South Hill, Virginia last summer, they expected to sharpen their clinical skills and learn about rural healthcare. What they didn’t expect was how quickly they became part of the community they serve