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Pfizer CEO and veterinarian Albert Bourla tells Penn Vet grads, ‘What we do matters’
Pfizer CEO and veterinarian Albert Bourla, in his commencement address to the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine Class of 2021,…
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Pet Poison Helpline offers wellness lessons
Pet Poison Helpline officials have expanded the organization’s library of free online lessons to include wellness and enrichment programming, and that…
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Efforts to microchip equids gaining traction
Industrywide efforts to microchip horses and other equids have demonstrated the value of permanent identification and showcased how microchips can be…
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OIE data suggest decline in on-farm antimicrobial use
Data from 69 countries show a substantial two-year decline in the volumes of antimicrobials administered to farm animals.
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Pet health insurance: Know the facts
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MEMBERS ONLYConversation guide: Talking about pet health insurance
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Introducing the Veterinary Business and Economic Forum
Join AVMA this fall for an interactive exploration of practical strategies to build your veterinary business and strengthen the profession…
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AVMA COE updates emergency conditions policy
The AVMA Council on Education (COE) has updated its emergency conditions policy as well its policy governing how countries outside the United States…
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New FDA guidance addresses medically important antimicrobials
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released new guidance to facilitate veterinary oversight of all animal antimicrobial drugs considered…
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Public health experts say now is the time to advocate on drug resistance
As the threat of the pandemic fades, Dr. Morrison said, the threat of antimicrobial resistance persists.
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UGA joins federal influenza research network
Director S. Mark Tompkins, PhD, describes his goals for improving knowledge on influenza
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Parasites pose greater risk to pets in 2021
The Companion Animal Parasite Council’s annual Pet Parasite Forecast predicts a greater threat to pets from heartworm disease, Lyme disease,…
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Concerns raised over focused versus full inspections at research facilities
Officials at a Harvard University–based legal clinic and the U.S. Department of Agriculture disagree on the effectiveness of ensuring animal welfare…
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Fortier picked as next AVMA editor-in-chief
Dr. Lisa Fortier will join the AVMA staff as the 15th editor-in-chief of the Association’s journals and director of the Publications Division,…
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Nutritional conversations, front and center
Veterinarians can navigate nutrition and diet conversations by leveraging some simple tools such as sending out a nutritional assessment before…
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HOD to decide historic AVMA election
Drs. Grace Bransford and Lori Teller share why they think they are the most qualified candidate in this year’s race for AVMA president-elect.
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AVMF providing grants for charitable care related to pandemic, domestic violence
Veterinary practitioners providing charitable care because of the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic or domestic violence are encouraged to take…
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Look what we’ve accomplished together
Together, AVMA members stepped up in 2020 to support those we serve and each other. The 2020 AVMA Annual Report highlights our collective…
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See CDC’s interim advice for safe clinic protocols
As COVID-19 safety restrictions ease at varying rates around the country, AVMA continues to work with the CDC to provide appropriate recommendations…
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Finding the spreaders of chronic wasting disease
Research teams are working to improve tests used to find the prions that cause chronic wasting disease, track animal movements and interactions…
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Sea otters challenged amid rehabilitation efforts
Conservation efforts continue for southern sea otters in central California, which help maintain kelp forests by eating the sea urchins that eat the…
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AVMA lobbies Congress, virtually
The AVMA hosted its annual legislative fly-in April 21, bringing veterinary students and veterinarians together virtually with their members of…