James Kincheloe

With the release of the series Tiger King on Netflix in March, there is renewed public interest in captive big cat ownership in the United States. Veterinarian Dr. Julie Sheldon, expert in zoological medicine, spoke with VPHPM resident Jim Kincheloe about this issue. 

James Kincheloe

The coronavirus shutdowns are dealing severe blows to Wisconsin dairy farmers who typically sell large amounts of products to the now-decimated school, restaurant, and hospitality industries.
 

Addis Hunde Bedada

The links between temperature, humidity and the spread of coronaviruses have been closely studied by the University of Maryland. According to the study, the Twin Cities of Minnesota are on the northern fringe of theorized location for the greatest potential spread of COVID-19 between now and the end of April.

Addis Hunde Bedada

Laboratories are racing to breed genetically engineered stocks of mice in hopes to answer key questions about COVID-19 and to fast-track potential drugs and vaccines for clinical trials.

The Minnesota Department of Health and CAHFS team up for a webinar series to explore the impact Minnesota’s ticks and mosquitos have on human, environmental, and animal health.

Jan Mladonicky

TUESDAY, MARCH 10: As the weekend drew to a close, two cases of COVID-19 were identified in Minnesota. With mild symptoms, both individuals are self quarantined.

CAHFS News

At the Center for Animal Health and Food Safety, we have refined an effective, culturally competent approach to partnering with foreign countries to empower their veterinary and animal health workforces in both the public and private sector. Our new educational initiative, ProgRESSVet-East Africa, is helping the next generation of veterinary service professionals to excel and contribute to national economic development through their daily work.

Gus Brihn

In our last CAHFS Weekly Update, the topic of stigma, misinformation, and fear was briefly discussed. This was brought to light with the recent outrage about where infected or suspected patients should be quarantined and/or isolated in the US.

CAHFS Admin

Our monthly series of CAHFS Spotlights highlights our residents, graduate students, faculty, and staff. This month, we're spotlighting one of our collaborating researchers and former VPHPM resident, Dr. Heidi Vesterinen.

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Even in her absence, Larissa Minicucci will continue to shape the lives of many through her legacy, especially veterinary public health and preventive medicine residents.