EEE: Lower impact than expected in 2020
Thursday, September 10th, 2020
Professor Sam Telford spoke with Boston 25 about why human EEE cases in Massachusetts are lower than expected so far in 2020.
Seasonal
EEE Warning as Third Mosquito Sample Tests Positive for the Virus
Thursday, July 16th, 2020
Professor Sam Telford spoke with WCVB Boston about concerns around eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) in Massachusetts after a third mosquito sample tested positive this season.
When Mosquito and Tick Season Meets COVID-19
Monday, June 15th, 2020
The outdoors have offered an escape from the pandemic, but summer weather brings the risk of EEE and Lyme disease
How Seasonal Allergies Affect Your Pet
Tuesday, May 26th, 2020
Two Cummings School veterinary dermatologists offer advice for owners of cats and dogs with environmental and flea allergies.
Coronavirus cabin fever? Before stepping outside for that walk, remember it’s tick season
Monday, March 30th, 2020
As people venture outside to get fresh air and exercise during the COVID-19 pandemic, experts, including Professor Sam Telford, spoke with the Worcester Telegram & Gazette about the risk of ticks and tick-borne illness as well as preventative measures individuals can take.
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.
Warm, spring weather means tick season is here
Monday, April 1st, 2019
Dr. Michael Stone spoke with Boston 25 News (Fox affiliate) on the start of tick season and prevention/protection for pets.
Maintaining Hoof Health in the Winter
Friday, November 9th, 2018
At farms all across New England, winter means taking extra care to ensure horses are healthy and happy. While frozen water buckets and blanket weights are often at the forefront of a horse owner’s mind, one aspect that should not be overlooked is hoof health.
People like giving pets pumpkin, but is it good for them?
Wednesday, October 3rd, 2018
Lisa Freeman, J86, V91, N96, head of the veterinary nutrition service at Cummings Veterinary Medical Center, fills us in I hear from owners—and vets—all the time that they’ve added pumpkin to a dog or cat’s… Read More
Experts warn of risk of infection during tick season
Wednesday, April 25th, 2018
In a news segment for WCVB (ABC Boston), Sam Telford provides his take on predictions around the upcoming tick season and offers advice on preventing tick bites.
