The Summer the Ticks Took Over
Professors' Sam Telford and Linden Hu are quoted in New York Times Magazine about the growing threat of tick-borne diseases and the search for solutions.
In the News
Do Dogs Help Teens Cope With Social Stress? It Depends, Researchers Say
Senior author and Associate professor Megan Mueller and Nicole Mason, lead author and Ph.D. student are quoted about their recent study on whether pet dogs can help adolescents cope with peer stress.
Tick Populations Surge as the Climate Warms, and Farmers Bear the Brunt
Professor Sam Telford, is interviewed about the surge in ticks and the risk to farmers.
How to Protect Yourself From Alpha-Gal Syndrome
Professor Sam Telford, is quoted about the risk of alpha-gal syndrome and how to protect yourself.
Could your pet be the reason you finally quit smoking?
Associate Professor Elizabeth Rozanski is quoted about her research on pets exposed to second-hand smoke, which revealed an opportunity to affect human smoking habits by talking to pet owners about animal health.
Yes, meat allergy ticks are real. No, you shouldn't panic
Professor Sam Telford, is interviewed about alpha-gal syndrome, what it is and steps to mitigate your risk of getting it.
7 Strange but Cute Signs Cats Do When They Trust You, Say Vets
Assistant clinical professor Stephanie Borns-Weil, is quoted about signs that a cat trusts you.
Ban of Aussie supermarket product sparks warning to avoid deadly US trend
Maureen Murray, director of the Tufts Wildlife Clinic, is quoted about bromethalin poisoning in birds of prey, citing her 2023 research.
Bitten by a tick? Don't panic - or race to the ER, epidemiologist says
Professor Sam Telford, encourages people not to panic over tick bites this summer.