Environment

This excellent review discusses Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) in humans. This infectious tick-borne disease has a widespread epidemiology, high morbidity, and significant mortality.

Few things frustrate a pet owner more than a scratching dog, yet itchy pets are commonly encountered in day-to-day practice. The first step toward management is to establish a diagnosis.

Heartworm and intestinal parasites currently pose an almost constant, year-round threat to the health of pets.

Brain Aging and Behavorial Problems

Toxoplasma gondii and Toxocara species are 2 common zoonotic parasites that are shed in the feces.