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Protecting animals from avian influenza

Highly pathogenic avian influenza type A (H5N1) has been found in dairy cattle, cats, people, and other mammals, as well as poultry and wild birds. The impact on poultry and cats is severe. Here’s what you need to know:

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Two new veterinary specialties proposed

Public comments are due August 12 on requests from the American Board of Veterinary Acupuncture and the American Embryo Transfer Association for recognition as veterinary specialty organizations. Read more

New World screwworm: What you need to know

New World screwworm is spreading northward in Mexico. A new AVMA webpage has the information veterinary professionals need to recognize and respond to this flesh-eating fly. Read now

A profession united: Opposing dangerous workforce proposals

The AVMA will continue vigorously defending the practice of veterinary medicine and oppose efforts to create a new midlevel practitioner role, AVMA President Dr. Sandra Faeh told the House of Delegates at its January meeting.  Read more

July 4

July 4: Keeping animals safe

Fireworks, picnics and other Fourth of July festivities can be frightening and even dangerous for animals. These tips can help keep them safe.

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Help set AVMA policy

AVMA's professional policies support and guide our profession, and they're developed with member input. AVMA members can comment on the Association's professional policies at any time.

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Become a mentor—Get a mentor

MentorVet Connect, brought to you by the AVMA, connects new veterinary graduates with trained mentors, free of charge. The connection can transform both partners. Apply now to become a mentor or mentee.

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Explore the Journey for Teams

Journey for Teams provides everyone in the veterinary community a path to foster greater diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. Take the journey individually or as a team. There's even an opportunity to earn CE credit.

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Get controlled substances under control

Learn clear, practical strategies to meet regulatory standards. A new webinar on AVMA Axon breaks down the key elements of compliance requirements, including how to secure controlled substances and maintain accurate documentation.

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EIA outbreak kills 21 horses in Southwest U.S.

A multistate outbreak of equine infectious anemia (EIA) has resulted in the deaths of nearly two dozen horses.

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Enhance your diagnostic toolkit with new JAVMA supplement

JAVMA's latest supplement explores how diagnostic labs can support better patient outcomes.

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