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Tokach takes helm as AASV president
Posted on April 15, 2002 Dr. Lisa Tokach. As Dr. Lisa Tokach takes the helm as president of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians, she…
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AASV meeting encourages members to exceed expectations
Posted on April 15, 2002 With various welfare groups stirring up trouble for the swine industry, Congress trying to limit antimicrobial use in…
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Students meet in Nashville
Posted on August 15, 2002 The Student American Veterinary Medical Association's House of Delegates convened at the AVMA Annual Convention. The…
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Russell elected WVA vice president; AVMA to host next world congress, in 2005
The global profession of veterinary medicine gathered for the World Veterinary Association's 27th triennial congress, held in Tunisia
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Recruitment for 2003-2004 AVMA/AVMF Congressional Science Fellows is under way
Up to three veterinarians will be selected to receive the 2003-2004 AVMA/AVMF Congressional Science Fellowship to serve a year as consultants
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AAEP in Orlando
The great turnout in Orlando is a testament to the quality scientific sessions and the loyalty of the membership
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AAHA members gather in Phoenix
It was a chance for these veterinary care providers to learn the latest developments in veterinary medicine,
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Antimicrobial testing standards published
The National Committee for Clinical Laboratory Standards has recently published a reference report concerning antimicrobial testing standards
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Mexican school hosts fruitful, festive event
In August, the oldest veterinary school in North America observed its 150th anniversary, and with as much substance as pomp and ceremony.
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Monitoring antimicrobial susceptibility of animal pathogens
For the past two years, researchers have been collecting bacterial isolates from animal species in various states.
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Hill's provides impressive funding for future conventions
Hill's Pet Nutrition has stepped up to the plate and pledged major funding for future AVMA Annual Conventions
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AABP to go the distance with CE
For some time, the AABP has been exploring distance education, and in Columbus, the board of directors approved the CE vehicle
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USDA awards funds to support rural veterinary services
The Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture announced Nov. 21, 2017, that it has awarded 13 grants to support rural…
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Externships and stipends available through AVMA
Deadline to apply: Jan. 19 Veterinary students have until Jan. 19 to apply for two unique externship programs available through the AVMA. Each year,…
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Antimicrobial stewardship definition and core principles
These principles can be used to develop antimicrobial stewardship plans in any veterinary practice setting.
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AVMA defines stewardship, judicious use
AVMA leaders hope changes in how veterinarians prescribe and administer antimicrobials can prolong the effectiveness of those drugs in the medical…
Animal welfare assessments: Test your knowledge
Interactive quizzes test your animal welfare assessment skill - based on scenarios from the AVMA Animal Welfare Judging and Assessment Contest.
Human-Animal Bond Certification
The AVMA is founding educational partner for the Human-Animal Bond Certification Program for veterinarians and veterinary team members.
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Students tested on animal welfare knowledge
More than a hundred students from over a dozen universities participated in the 17th annual
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Veterinarians can earn certificate in human-animal bond
Practicing veterinarians as well as veterinary technicians and practice managers can now learn more about research backing the human health benefits…
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WVC marks 90th, program in infectious disease launched
Since 1928, WVC has provided continuing education to veterinary professionals.
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Veterinarians want data, targets for antimicrobial use
Veterinarians in North America and Europe are under pressure to reduce antimicrobial administration on swine farms.
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Antimicrobial research a priority for AVMA
Antimicrobial resistance is a global threat, and the AVMA is advocating for development of new drugs that would help protect humans and animals.
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Veterinary push for Farm Bill, Higher Education Act
Attendees of the AVMA's annual legislative fly-in learned about the policymaking process
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AABP: Determine drug use by disease, not marketing
Cattle should receive antibiotics when needed to treat disease even if the animals are in antibiotic-free production, according to the American…