Dogs can be trained to reliably sniff out Parkinson’s disease from a person’s skin secretions years before symptoms appear, a new study found. A pair of dogs were trained to detect Parkinson’s disease ...
BRISTOL, England — Two specially trained dogs have proven they can detect Parkinson’s disease simply by smelling skin swabs, achieving accuracy rates that rival expensive medical tests. In a rigorous ...
Dogs' sniffing skills may soon get a boost, thanks to a groundbreaking discovery by animal behavior experts in the United Kingdom. Since detection dogs use their exceptional sense of smell to sniff ...
Man’s best friend could provide more than just companionship. In a new study from the University of Bristol, dogs were found to detect Parkinson’s disease well before symptoms appear. Previous ...
Billy, a floppy-eared little beagle, darts around a platform sniffing a series of holes. Each hole contains a used surgical-type mask bearing a different human’s distinct mix of scents. But her sharp ...
Benjamin holds a Master's degree in anthropology from University College London and has previously worked in the fields of psychedelic neuroscience and mental health. Benjamin holds a Master's degree ...