VetZone Podcasting

Hey Copper, thanks for policing for bacteria

Learn about the antimicrobial properties of certain metals like copper and how we use them in every day life to our advantage!

The Brainerd and the Eponym

Brainerd condition, does that sound like something you want? Think again! It is an embarassing disease. Learn more about this disease and how naming diseases is changing to avoid creating stigmas and misdirection. Learn about this new aspect in science!

FOVAD the ONLY way to contract infectious disease

How can I infect thee? Let me count the ways and it is enumerated by the word FOVAD. Learn this helpful mnemonic and learn about Norovirus, Zika virus, Tularemia, and how far a cat can sneeze! As we often do, we sprinkle a bit of ancient history into the mix as well! Listen and enjoy.

Admin 005 FIFRA For You!

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) works hard to prevent toxins from entering the American food and water supplies.  We have seen this with CERCLA, radon, and the Clean Water Act and the Safe Drinking Water Act.  The Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act of 1947 (FIFRA) is no different. 

Envir H 014 Like Life, Water Cycles Too

All life depends on the hydrologic cycle.  Life and death cycle, as does water.  Today's rain will be tomorrow's groundwater.

Admin 004 Superfunds Near You

Congress enacted the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) on December 11, 1980.  Commonly referred to as Superfund, the Act created a tax on industry that was placed into a trust fund to be used to clean up abandoned or uncontrolled hazardous waste sites. 

2.5 Month Check-in

Spring Break has passed, and it’s time to hit the books again.  In just 10 rapidly approaching weeks, all your hard work will be put to use. 

Lead, a Giant Pain in the Asteroid

As we looked to the heavens, it reflected concerns within our own world - lead. Learn about how meteors taught us about environmental conservation. And if you thought the ancient Romans were either ignorant or silly for using lead pipes and cups, would it surprise you that addressing lead contamination is not only recent in the US but still ongoing.

Of Cabbages, Kings, and Paratopes

When thinking of false-positive tests, unexplained antibodies, and cross reactivity, we need to understand paratopes. Learn about how paratopes affect you and help save your life! In the process, we will also discuss the Roman emperor's love of cabbages and the origin of Dalmatian dogs. Listen, learn, and enjoy!

Anaphylactoids, Stronger than a Breath Mint

Ever felt confused between the definitions of Anaphylactoid and Anaphylactic reactions? Learn about the difference here, along with how to make your own homade napalm! It all connects. :)