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The State of Heartworm Incidence in the U.S.
The triennial Heartworm Incidence Survey from the American Heartworm Society shares a mix of both bad and good news.
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Dr. Duke received his DVM degree from Auburn University in 1983 and has practiced veterinary medicine on the Mississippi Gulf Coast for over 41 years, 40 of which as a practice co-owner or owner. His group practice has been AAHA-certified since 1987. Dr. Duke has served in many positions on his state and local veterinary medical associations (VMAs) and was elected veterinarian of the year by the Mississippi VMA in 2019. As well as treating more than his share of heartworm cases over the years, he has served on the AHS board of directors since 2016. He was president of the AHS from 2019 to 2022 and now serves as past president.
Updated June 2025
The triennial Heartworm Incidence Survey from the American Heartworm Society shares a mix of both bad and good news.
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