Love of a Dog or Cat Helps Women Cope With HIV/AIDS

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Sunday, January 29, 2012

Love of a Dog or Cat Helps Women Cope With HIV/AIDS

ScienceDaily (Jan. 23, 2012) — A spoonful of medicine goes down a lot easier if there is a dog or cat around. Having pets is helpful for women living with HIV/AIDS and managing their chronic illness, according to a new study from the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing at Case Western Reserve University.