Rabies
Rabies remains a major concern worldwide, killing tens of thousands of people every year. These AVMA resources help veterinarians educate pet owners…
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Human activity likely caused deadly infections in marine mammals
Fungal infections that have killed porpoises and dolphins in the Pacific Northwest may be linked to nearby human activities such as construction and…
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Coronavirus research funds cut over ties to Chinese lab
On April 24, the NIH informed the New York–based EcoHealth Alliance it was revoking the $3.7 million research grant on account of the alliance’s ties…
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US-led $100M project to study, reduce zoonotic disease threats
Disease experts from Africa, Asia, and the U.S. will collaborate on a five-year project to understand and reduce zoonotic disease risks in global hot…
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AVMA leaders to discuss environmental sustainability, spectrum of care
Meeting this July in Denver, the AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) will consider new and revised policy proposals dealing with wolf hybrids, tail docking,…
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Can veterinarians prevent the next pandemic?
The COVID-19 pandemic marks the third novel coronavirus outbreak of the 21st century. Unlike the viruses that cause severe acute respiratory syndrome…
Frequently asked questions about the overpopulation of wild horses and burros on federal lands
Frequently asked questions about the overpopulation of wild horses and burros on federal lands
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The risky business of global animal movement
Likely sources of another pandemic are being scrutinized like never before, including the global movement of animals via international trade and…