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Taking care of business
Issues ranging from AVMA finances to the acquisition of cats and dogs used for research, testing, and education were on the agenda of the AVMA House…
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AVMA Answers: Small business and health care reform
Does the federal health care legislation provide tax credits for small businesses?
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Task force starts on next strategic plan
AVMA Executive Board approves new Strategic Planning Task Force, among other actions
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GHLIT surveys plan participants about customer service
The AVMA Group Health and Life Insurance Trust recently surveyed plan participants to determine how well the GHLIT is meeting their expectations for…
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NAVMEC transitions from planning to action
Draft recommendations to be vetted by stakeholders
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AVMA creates strategic commission, offers welfare policy guidance
On Jan. 8, just ahead of the AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference and regular winter session of the House of Delegates in Chicago, the Executive…
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It takes all kinds to make a profession
Being inclusive toward others from different backgrounds not only fosters a positive working environment but also makes good business sense.
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AVMA legislative agenda expands
The AVMA is weighing in on several bills Congress is considering, including legislation affecting small businesses, wildlife, and animal welfare.
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Where rubber meets the road
In an ideal world, every veterinarian would communicate effectively, demonstrate business acumen, and act ethically.
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September reminds us: Be prepared
September marks the seventh annual National Preparedness Month. This year's event focuses on encouraging Americans to work together to take concrete…
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Creating the cat-friendly practice
The concept of the cat-friendly practice is so compelling to some veterinarians that they convinced an expert on the subject to begin her consulting…
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AVMA board passes balanced 2011 budget
The AVMA Executive Board has approved a $29.5 million budget for fiscal 2011 with a projected $1.7 million in excess revenue over expenses.
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Enforcement deadline approaches for Red Flags Rule
The Federal Trade Commission currently plans to begin enforcement June 1 of a rule that requires companies, including
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Goals, objectives for AVMA re-evaluated
The AVMA fine-tuned its strategic goals and objectives at the Executive Board's April 8-10 meeting to give the Association a sharper focus for…
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Changes take shape for SAVMA at symposium
Student leaders took a big-picture focus during the 41st annual Student AVMA Educational Symposium March 10-13 at the University of Wisconsin-Madison…
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Veterinary postgraduate program in development
Would create institute aimed at boosting food animal professionals
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Intervet/Schering-Plough and Merial to be joint venture
Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health and Merial may become a joint venture within the next year, likely creating the largest global company in…
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Board addresses dues, website
The AVMA Executive Board, meeting June 10-12, deliberated on Association matters such as membership dues, website redevelopment, and leadership…
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Affiliated groups meet in Atlanta
Thirty-eight allied or other veterinary-related organizations and 29 alumni groups from universities and colleges convened this
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Pandemic flu policy in place
The AVMA has adopted a policy concerning pandemic influenza readiness.
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Online video stresses importance of farm biosecurity
The Canadian government has launched an online video informing producers about the best on-farm practices that can protect livestock and poultry from…
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AVMA may develop online database of international opportunities
Global involvement of the AVMA and AVMA members was the subject of several recommendations before the AVMA Executive Board.
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Economics commission faces challenges
The National Commission on Veterinary Economic Issues is regrouping after a loss of support from the American Animal Hospital Association, one of the…
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House of Delegates to consider dues increase
The AVMA House of Delegates will vote in January 2011, during its regular winter session, on a resolution that would institute a $10 annual increase…