Summer

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.

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.

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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.