As the Zoonotic Diseases Coordinator for the Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County, I am required to remain abreast of emerging zoonotic diseases worldwide. The novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, which is the virus responsible for causing ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
A common denominator in epidemiology Amid this global pandemic that has shaken the world, bats seem to have appeared a lot in media and the social feed. This blog piece aims at clarifying why that might be, approaching the concept from an ecological, ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Wildlife
BELLE GLADE, Fla. - During this unique time in history, it is important to stick to the facts when speaking to one another, and especially the young minds of today. “The world’s greatest leaders and progressive thinkers have always ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life