Articles by John Parkinson

Following World Rabies Day and a CDC health advisory about a 17% rise in exposure-related calls, an expert explains what the increase means, what people should do after an animal bite or scratch, and how clinicians should assess risk and administer PEP.

The CDC has reported a case in Louisiana where the patient is hospitalized and had a history of exposure to backyard poultry

Jennifer Ronholm, PhD, discusses the novel concept of microbiome protection to create healthier animals and reduce antimicrobial usage.

The individuals with H5N1, who worked in an egg layer facility in Colorado, have reported mild symptoms without hospitalizations.

A Michigan farmworker who had regular contact with livestock was confirmed to have contracted the virus.

The case was confirmed in Texas and the person was in contact with cows. CDC says the risk for infection remains low.