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UTK Program for Pet Health Equity
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Promoting an Inclusive Society

Posted By Kaitlyn Davis 12-04-2025 02:34 PM
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Two important observances have taken place this week: World AIDS Day on Dec. 1st and International Day of Persons with Disabilities on Dec. 3rd. Today, I'm combining them for a reflection on respect and inclusion and to raise awareness of groups that are affected by health disparities! Globally, ...

RE: Upcoming Webcast: Social Work Guidelines in Animal Welfare Settings

Posted By Kaitlyn Davis 12-04-2025 10:09 AM
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Hi Augusta, That's a really important question, thanks for bringing this up! At the Program for Pet Health Equity, we have some research underway to see how pets support the recovery journey of the people that they live with. We are looking at this in sober living communities where pets are allowed, ...

Black Friday Shopping? Try Green Friday Instead!

Posted By Kaitlyn Davis 11-29-2025 09:55 AM
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The day after Thanksgiving, often referred to as Black Friday, is one of the busiest shopping days of the year. As a kid, I remember people lining up outside Best Buy at 4am trying to be the first in the door for a deeply discounted TV. These days, a lot of Black Friday shopping takes place online. Even ...

THANK YOU Public Health Heroes!

Posted By Kaitlyn Davis 11-24-2025 12:01 PM
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Our nation's ability to live healthier, longer lives rests on our commitment to supporting public health initiatives and the individuals who carry them out. #PHTYD is an opportunity to express gratitude and show support to the #publichealthworkforce. The sheer number and complexity of public health challenges ...

RE: It's National Take a Hike Day

Posted By Kaitlyn Davis 11-18-2025 07:59 AM
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Thanks for sharing! What a great group of hiking buddies! ------------------------------ Kaitlyn Davis Research Associate UTK Program for Pet Health Equity TN ------------------------------

It's National Take a Hike Day

Posted By Kaitlyn Davis 11-17-2025 09:31 AM
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Today, November 17th, is National Take a Hike Day. Here in East Tennessee, the weather has been absolutely beautiful lately- crisp air, colorful leaves- the perfect time to get out and enjoy nature! Walking has been called the best medicine. It's great for your physical and mental health as it improves ...

Program for Pet Health Equity at APHA 2025

Posted By Kaitlyn Davis 11-05-2025 12:09 PM
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Kayla and Kaitlyn from the Program for Pet Health Equity at the University of Tennessee had a great time meeting so many people at the American Public Health Association's Annual Meeting this year! We're excited to have so many collaborators from across the different sectors of public health joining ...

Día de los Muertos and Pets

Posted By Kaitlyn Davis 11-01-2025 05:21 PM
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Día de los Muertos, or The Day of the Dead, is a Mexican holiday that is celebrated from October 31-November 2 each year. While Día de los Muertos shares some traditions with Halloween, like dressing up and parades, it is not the same thing. This holiday is an opportunity for people to honor and remember ...

Sustainability and One Health

Posted By Kaitlyn Davis 10-23-2025 03:09 PM
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With sustainability day approaching on October 28th, I've been thinking a lot about the environment's role in One Health. Clean air, clean water, green spaces… they're all crucial to our well-being and that of our pets. Sustainable choices can help improve the health of our immediate surroundings. ...

It's National Veterinary Technician Week!

Posted By Kaitlyn Davis 10-17-2025 01:58 PM
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This week around the United States, we've been observing National Veterinary Technician Week. Do we have any Vet Techs here? This week is all about celebrating you and your important contributions to our work! Veterinary Technicians are at the heart of veterinary medicine. Earlier this week, the ...

October is National Dental Hygiene Month

Posted By Kaitlyn Davis 10-06-2025 09:27 AM
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In October, we observe National Dental Hygiene Month. This is a great time to talk about the importance of oral health and recognize those who help to keep us and our pets healthy! Oral health matters for a number of reasons. First, oral disease affects almost half of all people over the age of ...

National Women's Health and Fitness Day

Posted By Kaitlyn Davis 09-25-2025 09:03 AM
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During the last week of September, we recognize National Women's Health and Fitness Day. This day was established in 2002 to promote physical activity and wellness for women. Regular exercise has great physical and mental benefits. It can reduce the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, ...

RE: National Dogs in Politics Day

Posted By Kaitlyn Davis 09-23-2025 02:28 PM
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George H.W. Bush had another dog named Ranger. In 1992, Ranger got so overweight that President Bush sent an official memo to White House staff asking them to pledge not to feed him or give him any treats! A cute story about a strong bond between a man and his dog George HW Bush presidential memo ...

RE: National Celiac Disease Awareness Day

Posted By Kaitlyn Davis 09-20-2025 08:59 AM
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Hi Judith, Thanks for chiming in and sharing your lived experience! I think what you said makes a lot of sense. As someone who does not have celiac disease, I don't quite understand the nuances, I just know that people have a range of sensitivities to gluten. I went back and took another look at the ...

September 18th is National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day

Posted By Kaitlyn Davis 09-18-2025 08:08 AM
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Today, is National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day. Around the world, there are an estimated 3.6 million people over the age of 50 living with HIV. The goal of today is to increase the quality of life for people living with HIV through prevention and awareness. Stigma and confusion regarding symptoms ...