Animal rescue founder recounts extracting 9 lions from Ukrainian zoo [Video]

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Post date February 7, 2024

It was a rescue mission few thought would happen when war broke out in Ukraine.

“It was an experience of a lifetime,” said Jesse Adams, founder of RainCoast Dog Rescue Society.

A daring assignment connected Adams, a lover of all animals, with some big cats in need of help.

Adams is no stranger to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. His Vancouver Island-based animal rescue organization has saved dogs and other animals in the war-torn country before—but never an apex predator.

“Obviously they are a very large, powerful predator,” said Adams.

In June 2022, Adams returned to Ukraine for the second time.

“I went to go and work with an amazing organization called Breaking the Chains,” said Adams. Breaking the Chains is an ex-military group out of the U.K. with a common goal of helping animals.

After a few days working with a team, a unique opportunity presented itself.

“I …

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Take these steps to help prevent cervical cancer: Doctor [Video]

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Post date February 7, 2024

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Jo'Ann Tankou, a gynecologic oncologist at St. Francis Hospital explains the disease and how to prevent it.

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Post date February 7, 2024

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