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:
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
National Pollinator Week
June 16-22
Honey bees are food animals, and veterinarians play an important role in keeping them healthy. AVMA's Honey Bees 101 page has resources to help you serve the needs of these unique patients.
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.
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.
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.
Upcoming events
Fourth of July: Keeping animals safe
July 4
AVMA Convention & 40th WVA Congress
July 18-22
Check the Chip Day
August 15
Applications due: VPRF/AVMF veterinary pharmacology fellowship
August 15
World Rabies Day
September 28
FEATURED CE
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.
Virginia latest state to tackle large animal veterinarian shortage
With a new law signed by the governor in May, Virginia becomes one of an estimated 27 states offering loan repayment programs to entice veterinarians into rural and underserved areas.
Enhance your diagnostic toolkit with new JAVMA supplement
JAVMA's latest supplement explores how diagnostic labs can support better patient outcomes.