LifeBig animals have higher cancer risk – but also evolved better defences A comparison of 263 species supports the idea that large animals have higher rates of cancer than smaller ones. But the increase is less than expected, suggesting they have evolved ways to lower their risk News
HealthChildren with cancer may benefit from having a cat or dog 'pen pal' Interacting with animals seems to provide emotional support to young people with a serious illness, even when the contact is via letters and not face to face News