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NIAID funds biosafety laboratories at Missouri, Colorado universities
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases announced that it had awarded multimillion-dollar grants to 11 universities
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One-health approach key to UN wildlife task force
The increasing threat from emerging infectious diseases has led to the creation of a United Nations task force responsible for
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Brucellosis
Continued support for disease control efforts toward the ultimate elimination of brucellosis should remain a national priority.
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Association advocates ‘one health’ to White House
The AVMA sent a letter to the White House in March advocating a one-health approach in addressing zoonotic diseases.
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Researchers see hope, progress in big data
Veterinary practice data is fueling advancements in disease understanding and diagnostics, despite some challenges in comparing records across…
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Japanese, South Korean imports restricted since FMD reports
Kobe beef could be available at fewer restaurants as foot-and-mouth disease-related concerns restrict the importation of Japanese beef.
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Vital funding for lab network added to Farm Bill
Legislation authorizing what the AVMA believes to be much-needed funding for a national laboratory network safeguarding animal and
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New policy addresses FMD outbreak scenario
As a proactive move, the AVMA Executive Board approved a new policy during its Nov. 15-17, 2012, meeting that will be sent to the federal government…
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Raw food policy draws debate
A new AVMA policy discourages people from feeding raw or unprocessed meats and other animal products to cats and dogs.
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Antimicrobial oversight could increase through VFDs
Veterinary oversight could become required for some antimicrobials currently available over the counter to livestock owners.
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Missouri professor gives $1 million toward physical activity research
Frank Booth, PhD, a professor in the University of Missouri-Columbia College of Veterinary Medicine granted $1 million to the university.
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Hope in Haiti
Dr. Max Millien, director of animal health with Haiti's Ministry of Agriculture, said assistance from foreign agencies will help the country improve…
Council on Public Health
The Council on Public Health provides expert advice and consultation on issues related to safeguarding animal and public health.
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Humane labeling latest nich
American Humane Association certifies food animal producers employing humane standards
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Rabies
Rabies is almost invariably fatal for animals and humans. Vaccination of animals is a critical step in preventing infection and protecting public…
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Texas' TB-free status may change
Posted on April 15, 2002 The Department of Agriculture could cancel Texas' "free" status for cattle tuberculosis eradication because the…
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The hidden ecosystem of the gut microbiome
Millions of bacteria live in the gastrointestinal tract of animals, including cats, dogs, and humans.
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Bioterrorism guide available
Fort Dodge Animal Health is distributing a manual to help educate animal health professionals about potential threats of bioterrorism
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Rumors of the demise of the extension veterinarian
No one knows exactly how many extension veterinarians there are, although they always have been few in number.
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AAFP updates guidelines on feline zoonoses
Many benefits come with having pet cats, according to the American Association of Feline Practitioners, but education is key to prevent transmission…
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Spreading the one-health concept
A movement is promoting the one-health concept—that human, animal, and ecosystem health intertwine to make "one health"
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Human-Animal Bond Research Initiative launches database
The Human-Animal Bond Research Initiative Foundation and the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine have launched an online resource to…
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CDC develops easy, accurate rabies test
A new assay could improve rabies diagnosis in animals and reduce unnecessary use of postexposure prophylaxis in humans exposed to potentially rabid…
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H1N1 influenza turns up again in cats
Two domestic shorthair cats from a Wisconsin household that were recently euthanized because of severe respiratory disease probably were infected with…
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Garry Adams receives AVMA Award
Dr. L. Garry Adams values collaboration to achieve greater goals in research and organized veterinary medicine.