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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Glow-in-the-dark York walk to raise funds for youth homelessness group
A youth homelessness charity is inviting York residents to take part in a glow-in-the-dark fundraising walk. Safe and Sound Homes (SASH) will host its five-kilometre 'Neon Walk for Change' on October 10, which is World Homeless Day. The funds raised will go towards raising awareness of, and providing housing for, young people across York and North Yorkshire who face homelessness. The family-friendly walk will start at the University of York's Innovation Centre at 6.30pm. There will be live entertainment, music, a neon warm-up, and refreshments, supported by YorkMix, before the circular walk commences at 8.30pm. Walkers will be able to enjoy "a variety of glowing musical performances" along the route. Pictured: Arlo and Neve ready for the October event (Image: Supplied) Aimee Harding, community fundraising officer at SASH, said: "The SASH Neon Walk for Change is a new event this year - and holding it on World Homeless Day is the perfect time to come together and show young people that their community cares and there's support available for them. "Whether you're walking solo, with friends, family, or your glow-in-the-dark dog, every step helps us provide safe, stable accommodation for young people in need." There is a £15 entry fee for adults and a £10 entry fee for children (ages five and up). Funds raised will go towards SASH's efforts to prevent homelessness among 16- to 25-year-olds. SASH provides Nightstop emergency accommodation for young people who have nowhere else to go. The charity's Supported Lodgings programme provides longer-term accommodation, enabling a young person to stay with a host in their home for up to two years. Ms Harding added: "Community events like this are vital for us. "Every walker, every pound raised changes the lives of young people and helps us to prevent youth homelessness." SASH has said that it needs to raise "approximately £500,000" per year to continue to offer safe accommodation and support to young people. To register for the Neon Walk for Change, visit
Yahoo
18-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Aussie pet owners warned over hidden risk after four dogs die within a week
Pet owners on the east coast are being warned to be on alert amid a spike in cases of a nasty disease that can kill dogs if left untreated. Four have reportedly died in the space of just days this week. The four dogs died in the NSW Southern Highlands and Shoalhaven regions as a result of canine leptospirosis — a serious bacterial disease spread through contaminated water. Humans can contract it, and it's known to be fatal in dogs if not detected early. It targets vital organs — most commonly the liver and kidneys — leading to potentially lethal complications, said Dr Bing Zhu, Internal Medicine Specialist at SASH Bladder and Kidney Centre. In an interview with Yahoo News, she explained that symptoms in dogs can include vomiting, diarrhoea, fever, lethargy, muscle tenderness, and in severe cases, jaundice or kidney failure. She said leptospirosis is most commonly spread through water or soil contaminated with the urine of infected animals, particularly rodents. What is leptospirosis, and how does it spread? Zhu warned the disease is more common in warmer, wetter climates, especially following periods of heavy rainfall. Vaccination is available and strongly recommended in high-risk areas. "If I saw my dog walking along and there was a puddle on the ground, especially in an area that had rodents, I wouldn't let them drink from it," she said. "I'd try to discourage it. But at the same time, you can't clean every single surface. They're going to go on the grass — rats are going to pee on the grass as well — so you can't completely avoid exposure. "The best thing that pet owners can do is make sure their dogs are vaccinated." Vaccination is not going to stop the disease from taking hold, Zhu said. However, it can significantly reduce how sick they get from it. "So it means that if they're vaccinated, they might be in the hospital for a few days with antibiotics," she said. "But if they're unvaccinated, they might go into really bad kidney failure, where you need dialysis to survive. That's the difference between being vaccinated versus not. "Take your pets to the vet earlier — don't wait. If your pet's unwell, especially in the rainy season, and you've got rodents around, don't wait a week or two of them being off-colour." Zhu recommended requesting a blood test if the dog has been off for a day or two. "The earlier you get this disease diagnosed and start antibiotics, the better chance you have of essentially getting through without anything major," she said. The specialist said that while leptospirosis isn't considered a common illness, it is present across much of Australia and tends to appear in seasonal spikes, coming in waves, often during rainy periods. "When rainwater collects and dogs sniff, lick, or flick at the ground, that's when cases start to rise," she said. At her clinic alone, Zhu estimates they treat between five and 10 cases a year, noting that many more are diagnosed at other veterinary hospitals. "It's not something we should dismiss as rare,' she said. 'It's uncommon and unfortunate, but any vet seeing a dog with kidney failure should have it high on the list of things to test for." What is the survival rate among dogs? In Australia, while official data on canine leptospirosis outcomes may still be limited, Zhu said information shared within the veterinary community suggests the fatality rate could be as high as 80 to 90 per cent. She said that many dogs are euthanised, often because the disease is detected too late, or they've progressed to a dialysis-dependent state. In some cases, dogs are treated with IV fluids but without a full understanding of how to manage kidney failure effectively. Zhu said excessive IV fluids can actually worsen the condition, pushing dogs into dialysis dependence. "Ideally, the moment a dog shows signs of illness, they should be taken to a vet," she said. Pet owner's warning after common mishap leaves dog fighting for life Aussie vet's stark warning to pet owners after 'terrifying' spike in cases Aussie woman's desperate $20,000 act to save beloved cat "Even the slightest changes in bloodwork should prompt a referral to a specialist — even if treatment isn't pursued there, early intervention improves the chances of recovery." She added that the cost of dialysis remains a major barrier. "Many of these dogs could survive if we had the resources to support them through dialysis, but the financial burden (around $30,000) is just too much for most families in today's economy." Yahoo News Australia has contacted the Southern NSW Local Health District for comment. Do you have a story tip? Email: newsroomau@ You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube.
Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Disused York office block is transformed into art exhibition
A disused office block in the centre of York has been transformed into a street art exhibition. Members of the public can now explore all four floors of the exhibition in Low Ousegate for free. The Vandals at Work street artists group (formerly known as Bombsquad) is behind the exhibition which displays work by more than 30 artists. 'It's the third year in the trilogy – it had to be better than last year,' said Sharon McDonagh, one of the artists taking part and a Vandals at Work Member. Sharon McDonagh, one of the artists taking part and a Vandals at Work Member (Image: Dylan Connell) She admitted that completely redesigning the building was a 'daunting' task but said: 'We're lucky that a lot of artists asked us to come on board.' These included local artists and others from as far as the Netherlands. The exhibition is once again raising money for youth homeless charity Safe and Sound Homes (SASH). Sharon said it was a 'real honour' to be working with the charity. SASH's bedroom display at the street art exhibition in Low Ouesgate, York (Image: Dylan Connell) The exhibition features a bedroom designed by young people supported by SASH. It aims to highlight that not every child has their own bedroom, Sharon said. 'It's a thing that we take for granted so that resonates better with visitors. That's very moving.' Youth homeless figures are displayed on the bedroom's walls, such as SASH providing 67,174 beds in the past five years across its North and East Yorkshire network. Aimée Harding, fundraising officer at SASH (Image: Dylan Connell) 'We want to make an impact and show people the impact of youth homelessness in this area,' said Aimée Harding, fundraising officer at SASH. 'It's [youth homelessness] very hidden but the statistics are shocking." The young people who helped create the bedroom display 'really benefited' from the project, Aimée added. 'They make friends and it boosts their self esteem.' Outside the Vandals at Work street art exhibition in Low Ouesgate, York (Image: Dylan Connell) It also resulted in one of these young people displaying their own artwork at the wider exhibition. Aimée pointed to an artwork by the young person and said: 'To see them from day one to now, their confidence has improved so much. 'They now want to work with us to help fundraise.' The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, David Skaith, was among those in attendance at the exhibition's launch on Thursday evening (July 10). 'It's an amazing use of an empty space,' he said. 'We have so many artists in York. 'You think it's this old medieval city, but if you scratch beneath the surface there's this incredible art scene. 'We need to do a better job of promoting York as a creative place.' Recommended reading: Stunning photos from York photographers on show this weekend 'Incredible': Theatre Royal's powerful new project focusing on people in York Banksy artwork to go under hammer in York modern art auction The mayor added: 'The artists all know York as a place to come and do this sort of artwork. 'We have a job to do more – a lot of the time people don't see their high streets and cities as being a place for them. 'But when you see stuff like this, it's a very much part of the community. It's a very good way to see the work.' The Vandals at Work exhibition takes place in Low Ousegate from 11am to 6pm over the weekends of July 11 to 13, July 18 to 20, and July 25 to 27.
Yahoo
25-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
A Cat Went to Sleep in an Inactive Washing Machine, and Woke Up During a 55-Minute Wash Cycle with 3,000 Spins
A Burmese cat named Pablo was found inside a washing machine that had completed a full cycle after going missing for an hour The feline reportedly withstood a "full 55-minute cold cycle," which included "3000 spins" The cat is being described as a "miracle" for surviving the ordeal and recovering from his serious injuriesAn Australian cat likely left one of his nine lives behind in the wash, after surviving a 55-minute cycle in a washing machine. According to a June 10 Facebook post from the Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH), the Burmese feline, Pablo, recently went missing for over an hour. His family searched all over the house for the cat until they eventually found the pet in their washing machine, which had just finished a full cycle. The animal hospital and Pablo's family believe the cat snuck into the washing machine when it was open and inactive for a nap. One of Pablo's family members later started the washer, not realizing Pablo was inside. SASH shared that Pablo withstood a "full 55-minute cold cycle," which included "3000 spins." After Pablo's family found the cat in the washing machine, they rushed him to the SASH Gold Coast's Emergency & Critical Care, where he arrived in "critical condition," according to the post. Dr. Ella Yarsley with the animal hospital told 7 News Australia that the kitten was brought in with a "brain" and "lung injury." "[He] was probably in the most dire condition I've seen in a case in a long time," Yarsley told the outlet. "Not many have seen cats go through a whole cycle and survive." However, Pablo was a special case. After undergoing "intensive, round-the-clock care" from the emergency and critical care staff for seven days, which included "medication and monitoring." Pablo "made a full recovery," and is almost back to full health, SASH said. Yarsley described the whole incident as "pretty close to a miracle." Though the cat recovered, he retained "minor injuries to his paw and the tip of his tail." "Despite his cheeky curiosity, Pablo the miracle cat is here today thanks to his quick-thinking and loving human crew, who entrusted our specialist-led team to provide care when Pablo needed it most," SASH said on Facebook. In a follow-up post on June 23, SASH shared updated photos of the feline looking almost as good as new, except for a cast still visible on one of his hind legs. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. In their social media post about Pablo, SASH warned pet owners to double-check household appliances for beloved pets before turning them on or closing them. It can be easy for pets, especially cats, to sneak undetected into washers, fridges, dryers, and other appliances. "A big thank you to Pablo's family for allowing us to share his story and raise awareness about the dangers of one of the favourite hiding spots for cats (washing machines)," the animal hospital said in its post. Read the original article on People
Daily Mail
24-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Pablo the cat's unbelievable one hour washing machine ordeal
A Burmese kitten has remarkably made a full recovery after its owner accidentally put on a front loader washing machine not noticing the feline was curled up inside. The owner said the nine-month-old cat, named Pablo, was napping inside the tub at their Gold Coast home after the door was left open. Pablo was tossed around over 55-minute tub clean cycle, which did not contain any clothes. When the owner opened the door after the cycle was done, they were horrified to find the beloved pet in critical condition. They rushed him to the Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH) for emergency care. SASH staff member Ella Yarsley told Seven News that Pablo had suffered a 'brain injury, lung injury', and 'lost several toes'. 'He was probably in the most dire condition I've seen in a case in a long time,' she said. 'Not many have seen cats go through a whole cycle and survive … it was pretty close to a miracle.' The vets wrote online that similar incidents were more common than many believe. 'A big thank you to Pablo's family for allowing us to share his story and raise awareness about the dangers of one of the favourite hiding spots for cats,' they wrote. 'Believe it or not, this is a relatively common occurrence we see at SASH.' Pablo is now reportedly 'almost back to full health'. A similar incident occurred on Queensland's Sunshine Coast in July 2020, when a two-year-old Burmese cat named Oscar became trapped inside a warm cycle. He had also climbed into the machine for a nap before enduring a 12-minute wash with detergent. In 2019, Poppy, a six-month-old kitten from Launceston, Tasmania, was pulled from the front-loader machine after a 30-minute cycle. Her horrified owners, who did not realise Poppy had made her way into the machine, rushed the kitten to the CBD Animal Medical Centre for treatment. Poppy was disorientated and suffered bruising but luckily escaped without serious injury.
