Amazing Grace for Phil: Unusual surgery saves homeless kitten’s eyesight

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Phil, the homeless kitten, was born without upper eyelids, meaning he could not blink and lubricate his eyes, according to Rob Halpin of MSPCA-Angell. (The medical name for this congenital defect is agenesis, Halpin said.) Apart from causing eye irritation, Phil’s condition, if untreated, would lead to blindness.

Virtual reality: Online relationships are often forged and maintained by myths

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In his book The Organized Mind: Thinking Straight in the Age of Information Overload, Daniel Levitin has done the research and the math. He says 81 percent of online dating profiles are built on lies – most commonly underestimating weight and overestimating height. Politics and religion are hardly ever included as a selling point, and continue to be taboo when trying to catch a soulmate. Agreeing to disagree is not a popular option.

Introducing ‘Clarity in Chaos’ advice column by psychologist Dr. Loretta Brady

read more…: Introducing ‘Clarity in Chaos’ advice column by psychologist Dr. Loretta Brady

My hope is that this column will serve as a compass for readers seeking clarity in the chaos of their businesses, personal lives, or relationships. From time to time we will have guest columnists offer their insight on a challenge. This information is simply opinion, but I hope you will share your stories so that others can gain clarity for themselves. Questions are powerful. We hope you will share yours here.

Dolce the 1-eyed cat gets ‘holy grail’ of cancer treatment at Angell Animal Medical Center

read more…: Dolce the 1-eyed cat gets ‘holy grail’ of cancer treatment at Angell Animal Medical Center

The treatment at Angell Animal Medical Center works by wrapping a laser around the tumor “so tightly that it destroys cancer cells without affecting nearby tissues,” Halpin said, meaning vets can blast through tumors aggressively without worrying about side effects damaging nearby vital organs, like the brain or the eyes.

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