One Health Heroes, June 1, 2025: Alpha Gal Syndrome, Companion Animal Parasite Council 2025 Updates, Avian Influenza, Screwworm,

In this One Health Heroes episode, Dr. Brittany Lancellotti welcomes back Dr. Mandy Sorensen of the AAFSPHV and features special guest Dr. Laura Rothfeldt, Arkansas’s State Public Health Veterinarian. They explore the intersection of human, animal, and environmental health through updates on avian influenza, screwworm prevention, parasite forecasts, and a deep dive into the mysterious and growing condition: Alpha-Gal Syndrome. Learn how veterinarians, physicians, and public health officials are collaborating on tick-borne disease surveillance and how you can protect your pets—and yourself.

Resources & Links:

• 🐾 American Association of Food Safety and Public Health Veterinarians (AAFSPHV)

• 🐛 CAPC 2025 Parasite Forecast Maps

• 🦠 CDC: Alpha-Gal Syndrome Info

• 🦢 Cornell Wildlife Health Lab: Avian Influenza Tracking

• 🐕 Learn more about Alpha-Gal Alert Dogs

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