Bats: winged mammals, true flight, ecological keystones
The wandering glider dragonfly migrates across continents, riding monsoon winds. Researchers confirm a single global population and record routes of up to 18,000km, highlighting the insect’s remarkable adaptability.
New observational data suggests Shingrix vaccination in older adults is associated with lower cardiovascular risk and reduced dementia incidence over multi-year follow-ups. Studies compare Shingrix to Zostavax and find reductions in heart disease, stroke, and dementia, with stronger signals in men for heart outcomes.
A wave of rabies-related incidents has prompted health advisories in multiple U.S. states and Africa, with authorities cautioning the public on handling wildlife and meat from animals that die unexpectedly. The CDC reports rising inquiries and post-exposure treatments, while cases in bats, beavers and other wildlife highlight ongoing risks.