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AHS gears up for 2007 symposium

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Washington – The American Heartworm Society (AHS) reports its 12th State of the Heartworm Symposium will be held in conjunction with the American Veterinary Medical Association Annual Convention, July 13-15, 2007 in Washington.

WASHINGTON – The American Heartworm Society (AHS) reports its 12th State of the Heartworm Symposium will be held in conjunction with the American Veterinary Medical Association Annual Convention, July 13-15, 2007 in Washington.

The symposium expects to bring together the leading authorities for discussion on the latest research and findings on heartworm disease, treatment and prevention. Internationally recognized speakers plan to present the latest developments in scientific data and prevention and treatment modalities, the organization reports.

The cases of heartworm infection reportedly have increased slightly over the past three years. This was before hurricanes Katrina and Rita hit the Gulf Coast, sending heartworm positive dogs from these endemic areas to all parts of the country. While the effects of displaced pets in heartworm endemic regions will not be fully known for some time, there is cause for concern, reports Dr. Tom Nelson, president of AHS.

"The American Heartworm Society continues to be the primary source for new information on heartworm disease. As a result of these events, veterinarians across the country are seeking more information on how to treat and prevent heartworms."

For more information, visit www.heartwormsociety.org.

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