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AVMA condemns abuse of swine as shown in Mercy for Animals video
Upon viewing recently released video footage showing swine abused at a Pennsylvania pig-breeding facility, the AVMA today strongly condemned the cruelty depicted and repeated its call for stricter adherence to established humane handling guidelines for food production animals. [more]
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AVMA Ed re-launched with cutting-edge upgrades
After a successful first year, the AVMA has upgraded AVMA Ed with better video, faster downloads, clearer programs and improved audio. [more]
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Three more ferrets diagnosed with pandemic influenza H1N1
Three more ferrets in Oregon have tested positive for the 2009 pandemic influenza H1N1 virus, state officials confirmed this afternoon, bringing the total number of cases affecting ferrets in the state to four. [more]
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Experts discuss complex nature of animal welfare at symposium
Far from being a topic rooted only in science, how we protect animal welfare is affected by such diverse elements as politics, ethics and semantics, international speakers at a welfare symposium at Michigan State University said Monday. [more]
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AVMA hires Stephanie Fisher as grassroots coordinator at its Washington, D.C., office
As part of its continuing effort to improve and expand its role in strategic advocacy, the AVMA has hired Stephanie Fisher as grassroots coordinator. [more]
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AVMA issues statement about importance of upcoming international animal welfare symposium
In preparation for the first-of-its-kind Joint International Educational Symposium on Animal Welfare, the AVMA has issued a videotaped statement by Dr. Ron DeHaven, chief executive officer of the AVMA, speaking out on the importance of the event and its focus on improving the quality of life for all animals. [more]
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AVMA updates H1N1 flu resources for pet owners, veterinarians
Since the news broke of a housecat in Iowa testing positive for the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus, pet owners and veterinarians alike have been scrambling to learn more: Can my pet get sick? What would the symptoms of H1N1 in cats be? How is it identified? How is it treated? [more]
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H1N1 flu confirmed in Iowa cat
A cat in Iowa has tested positive for the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus, state officials confirmed this morning, marking the first time a cat has been diagnosed with this strain of influenza. [more]
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AVMA/AAVMC International Symposium to address veterinarians' roles in animal welfare
Developed and cosponsored by the AVMA and the AAVMC, the 2 ½-day symposium is designed "to consider how informed animal welfare decisions are guided by science, ethics, societal norms, stakeholder engagement and even the words we use to describe our perspectives," said Dr. W. Ron DeHaven, DVM, MBA, chief executive officer of the AVMA. [more]
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Veterinary group's Congressional agenda focuses on workforce issues
Veterinary school graduates are entering the profession today with educational debt that resembles an average mortgage in the United States. What a graduation gift. [more]
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AVMF and Pfizer Animal Health team up to award up to $2 million in scholarships to veterinary students through 2012
In an effort to help U.S. veterinary students cope with rising school debt while reinforcing the importance of building a diverse profession and addressing a shortage of food animal veterinarians, the AVMF and Pfizer Animal Health are introducing a new, annual scholarship program that will award up to $2 million through 2012. [more]
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AVMA appoints Dr. Elizabeth Sabin to staff coordinator of international affairs
As part of its continuing effort to improve and expand the association's international relationships, the AVMA has appointed Dr. Elizabeth Sabin to the new post of staff coordinator of international affairs. [more]
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AVMA promotes Dr. Heather Case to director of the Scientific Activities Division
The AVMA has promoted Dr. Heather Case to the position of director of the Scientific Activities Division. [more]
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