How Does COVID-19 Compare with the Flu?
Thursday, March 12th, 2020
A Cummings School expert on influenza and infectious disease shares what we might expect to see as the new coronavirus continues to spread—and how to stay safe
Health Tips
How do I include my pets in my family’s emergency planning for COVID-19?
Thursday, March 12th, 2020
Emily McCobb, V00, VG02, director of Cummings School’s Shelter Medicine Program, responds
Clinical Signs of EEE
Friday, August 30th, 2019
Reduce Mosquito Exposure on the Farm
Friday, August 30th, 2019
A viral illness primarily transmitted by mosquitoes, Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) is fatal in more than 90% of infected horses. There’s no specific antiviral treatment available, so appropriate vaccination and other protective measures are urgently needed… Read More
Keeping Your Dog Safe from Toxic Blue-Green Algae
Friday, August 30th, 2019
What to do if you think your dog has been exposed to deadly cyanobacteria
Make “Cents” of Your Pet Food Budget by Calculating Pet Food Costs
Monday, June 10th, 2019
Price per can or pound of dry food is not the most accurate way to compare pet food prices. We help you figure out how much your pet food is really costing
New medicine could be a game-changer for people, pets with diabetes
Wednesday, May 29th, 2019
Boston 25 News Dr. Orla Mahony spoke with Boston 25 News (Fox affiliated channel) about a new potentially game-changing clinical trial for diabetic dogs that provides an ultra-long lasting insulin shot. Watch the clip here: https://www.boston25news.com/news/new-medicine-could-be-a-game-changer-for-people-pets-with-diabetes/953475285
Backyard Chickens and the Risk of Lead Exposure
Wednesday, May 29th, 2019
Urban dwellers need to take precautions to prevent their egg layers from bringing the heavy metal into the food chain
When Teresa McGowan and her husband first bought their Somerville, Massachusetts, home in 2004, one of the first things they did was test the soil in their yard for lead. It was a recommendation from local gardeners, who knew that produce grown in contaminated soil can be dangerous.
Research has shown that lead is a potent neurotoxin, associated with reduced IQ, attention-related behavior problems, and poor academic achievement in children exposed to it through food or environmental factors.
What are ways to keep backyard chickens safe from lead?
Wednesday, May 29th, 2019
Cummings School’s Marieke Rosenbaum, V14, MG14, VG14, explains how to prevent exposure Test the soil on your property for lead in all areas the chickens can access, including their coop and any places they may… Read More
Asking the Right Questions to Make Informed Decisions about Pet Foods
Tuesday, May 28th, 2019
We’re big fans of the WSAVA guidelines for selecting pet foods and there is a new online tool from the Pet Nutrition Alliance that allows you to see answers from pet food manufacturers to some of the questions WSAVA recommends asking about your pet’s food
