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|Articles|February 29, 2012
American Heartworm Society updates guidelines, urges veterinarians to "Think 12 in 2012"
Read the updated heartworm guidelines and find out about the new AHS initiative.
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The American Heartworm Society has updated its guidelines for diagnosing, managing, and preventing heartworm infection in cats and dogs and has launched a "Think 12" educational initiative to help veterinary practices and pet owners implement the guidelines.
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To read the updated AHS guidelines and learn more about its initiative, visit
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