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Mitigating the Risks of Animal Importation: Who’s Responsible?

Hundreds of thousands of animals are imported into the United States every day, increasing the chance for infectious diseases...

Oct 13, 2016 | Erin Laird

Food Safety & Inspection, Policy

New City and State Laws Allow Dogs on Restaurant and Bar Patios

A recent Pew article cites several states and local jurisdictions that are changing laws to allow pet-owners to bring their dogs to restaurant and bar patios. According to the article, many of the laws that exist are not often enforced, leading to some ambiguity and confusion for business owners. In Washington, DC, Ohio, and Virginia, […]

Aug 01, 2018 | Michelle Shapiro

Mitigating the Risks of Animal Importation: Who’s Responsible?

Hundreds of thousands of animals are imported into the United States every day, increasing the chance for infectious diseases transmittable to humans to be introduced with them. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates more than 60% of infectious diseases in humans are spread from animals. The elevated risk of infectious […]

Oct 13, 2016 | Erin Laird

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BLOC COVID+ Spotlight: Central District Health Department

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