What You Should Know About Ticks
The American dog tick is probably the most widespread tick species in the United States, and the one most commonly…
Author Lea-Ann Germinder, Ph.D.
Lea-Ann Germinder, Ph.D.
This blog is written by Lea-Ann Germinder, Ph.D., APR, Fellow PRSA, an accomplished expert in the field of public relations and a scholar in responsible AI. This blog represents her viewpoints on matters of importance to pet parents, the veterinary profession and pet industry plus occasional guest posts.
What is a Parasite?
A parasite is a plant or an animal that lives on or inside another living organism (host). A parasite is…
Dr. James O. Cook of Lebanon, Ky. becomes 2007 2008 American Veterinary Medical Association president elect
At the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) annual convention in Washington, DC, this month, Dr. James O. Cook was elected…
AVMA: Dogfighting a “”Blood Sport”” With No Winners
The recent federal indictment of NFL quarterback Michael Vick on charges related to dogfighting has increased public awareness of this…
Dr. Jane Brunt: An Interview
AAFP past president Dr. Jane Brunt assumed the role of the 2008 AAFP spokesperson. Dr. Brunt is one of the…
Hammer Assumes Presidency of AVMA
Gregory S. Hammer, DVM, president-elect of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), officially assumed the presidency of the organization Tuesday…
Dr. Larry R. Corry Launches Candidacy to Become 2008 President elect of the American Veterinary Medical Association
Dr. Larry R. Corry launched his candidacy to become 2008 president-elect of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) during the…
International Feline Heartworm Disease Council Reconvenes
Washington, D.C. ” (July 12, 2007) ” The International Feline Heartworm Disease Council reconvenes on July 12, 2007, for the…
American Heartworm Society Convenes 12th Triennial Heartworm Symposium
Washington, D.C. – AVMA Convention (July 13, 2007) ” The American Heartworm Society convenes the 12th Triennial Heartworm Symposium, July…
CDC Director to Headline AVMA Opening Session in D.C.
Dr. Julie Gerberding Julie L. Gerberding, MD, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is the keynote speaker…
