Why It Took So Long to Develop a New Vaccine for Lyme Disease
Thursday, August 19th, 2021
Professor Sam Telford is quoted in a story in The New Yorker on why it has taken so long for a new Lyme Disease vaccine since the original came out in the 90s.
Seasonal
There’s a Vaccine for Lyme Disease. So Why Can’t We Get It?
Saturday, July 10th, 2021
Professor Sam Telford spoke with New York Magazine about ticks and Lyme Disease.
Plotting the End of Lyme Disease
Thursday, May 6th, 2021
For years, Tufts researchers have been on the cutting edge of investigating and treating the mysterious illness known as Lyme disease. Now, a new initiative seeks to eradicate the disease once and for all.
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.
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.
