Today you’ll learn about new research that shows a link between a widely used chemical and Parkinson’s Disease, why where we live no longer determines who we love, and another reason cats rule.

Parkinson’s Chemical

“Common dry cleaning chemical linked to Parkinson’s.” by University of Rochester Medical Center. 2023.
- https://medicalxpress.com/news/2023-03-common-dry-chemical-linked-parkinson.html
“Meet Amy Lindberg - ParkinsonTV Live: The Long Road To Hope.” YouTube Video. 2022.
- https://www.pmdalliance.org/portfolio/meet-amy-lindberg-parkinsontv-live-the-long-road-to-hope/
“Trichloroethylene (TCE) and Your Health.” n.a. 2023.
- https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/hazardous/topics/tce.html

Far Away Love

“Why People Look Farther Away for Love.” by Theresa E. DiDonato Ph.D. 2023.
- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/meet-catch-and-keep/202303/why-people-look-farther-away-for-love

Secrets of Catnip

“When Cats Chew Catnip, It Works as a Bug Spray.” by Sam Zlotnik. 2022.
- https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/when-cats-chew-catnip-they-make-it-a-better-bug-spray-180980261/
“Silver Vine for Cats: Benefits and Safety Information.” by Katie Woodley, DVM. 2022.
- https://www.greatpetcare.com/wellness/silver-vine-for-cats/

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