Heartworm disease is a common and life-threatening cardiovascular disease caused by a worm parasite — Dirofilaria immitis, which is spread by more than two dozen mosquito species. Vets in the ...

Rising mosquito activity heading into the summer months poses an increased risk of transmitting heartworm disease to dogs, which can lead to damage of the heart, lungs and arteries if left untreated.

I was thinking about how our pets are living better and longer lives these days because of the effectiveness of heartworm and flea preventions, and it occurred to me that I have not done an article in ...

HAMPTON ROADS, VA—At VBSPCA, heartworm testing is a key component of their pet wellness plan. In addition to scheduling an annual physical exam for your dog, it is essential to ensure they receive ...

Coco was an upbeat, loving ten-year-old beagle when Homeward Trails Animal Rescue – a Northern Virginia-based rescue organization – took her under their wings. Sue Bell, founder and owner of Homeward ...

MAITLAND, Fla., Oct. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Innovative Platforms Inc. (GIPL) today announced completion of the first phase of its research into breath-based diagnostics for detecting ...