How disparate research into the natural world of animal has yielded medical advances. At face value, one would ask “Why did they study this?” You never know what information will prove to be a pivot point to advancement. I find these stories fascinating.

Your Calls and Comments:

• Sleep medications. Is trazodone safe for a 76 year old man?
• A woman concerned about getting a breat biopsy. She would like to know the rationale for doing so.
• Stomach burning and pain despite all tests being negative. What else should be investigated?