The spread of disease -- person to person, through a sneeze or a loud exclamation, or via an unwashed surface -- has been a hot topic of conversation in recent years. Plenty of people now know a great ...

Canine parvovirus, also known as just "parvo" or simply CPV, is a potentially life-threatening contagious intestinal disease that affects puppies. However, adolescent and immunocompromised adult dogs ...

Parvovirus is one of the most fatal diseases a dog can contract and it's highly contagious. That's our focus as we talked with veterinarian Dr. Rebekah Hartfield on Friday morning. "Parvo is a highly ...

Cases of parvovirus B19, commonly called "slapped cheek disease," are rising in the United States, especially among children. The highly contagious viral infection is usually mild in healthy people ...

Caring for a pet does not come without complications. Dogs and cats, just like humans, are vulnerable to disease every time they step foot outside the house. Unfortunately, unlike humans, your canine ...

CLEVELAND — As the weather warms and dogs spend more time outside — on walks, patios, and in parks — veterinarians are warning pet parents about a dangerous virus spreading fast: canine parvovirus.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a new alert about increasing cases of parvovirus B19, a highly contagious seasonal respiratory virus. On Tuesday, the CDC issued a health ...

FORT COLLINS, Colo. (CBS4) - If you've ever gotten a puppy, you've probably heard of parvovirus. It is a potentially deadly disease that can be prevented with vaccination. But if a dog gets parvo, ...

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