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Case report suggests SARS-CoV-2 transmission from cat owners to cat to veterinarian
In Thailand, a cat whose two owners had COVID-19 sneezed in the face of a veterinarian, who later became symptomatic and tested positive for the…
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Study captures pandemic’s impact on veterinary profession
Merck Animal Health released findings from its third well-being study, which found that the percentage of veterinarians with serious psychological…
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Start 2022 with a commitment to wellbeing
With demand straining capacity at many practices and COVID-19 continuing to pose challenges, here are five ways to prioritize wellbeing in 2022.
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World Veterinary Day 2022 focuses on strengthening veterinary resilience
World Veterinary Day 2022 will celebrate efforts by veterinarians, veterinary associations, and others to strengthen veterinary resilience.
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Warning against wildlife as COVID reservoirs
Concerns that white-tailed deer and other mammalian wildlife might be reservoirs for the SARS-CoV-2 virus have prompted the Food and Agriculture…
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Greater surveillance called for after finding potential deer reservoirs for SARS-CoV-2
Even after the pandemic recedes, SARS-CoV-2 will likely remain active in the environment in animal hosts, notably in white-tailed deer found…
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Intergovernmental organizations launch one-health joint plan of action
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, the United Nations’ Environment Program, the World Health Organization, and the World…
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Study explores pandemic-specific challenges of pet ownership
Whether related to work interruptions or fears of catching SARS-CoV-2, pets were a source of not only comfort but also potentially stress for many pet…
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Auburn gets $24M for research on detection dogs
The Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine will receive $24 million in federal money to study ways to improve the availability and…
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Wildlife disease as a frontier of discovery
The SARS-CoV-2 virus probably originated in wildlife and has been documented in more than two dozen species. Thus, the COVID-19 pandemic has…
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FDA to resume enforcement of all federal VCPR requirements for veterinary telemedicine
Starting Feb. 21, the Food and Drug Administration will again hold veterinarians to the federal requirements for the veterinarian-client-patient…
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United States Animal Health Association - April 2022
The United States Animal Health Association presented awards and seated new officials during its 125th annual meeting, held in person and virtually…
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The wild life of wildlife veterinarians
The SARS-CoV-2 virus probably originated in wildlife and has been documented in more than two dozen species. Thus, the COVID-19 pandemic has…
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APHIS to study SARS-CoV-2 in zoos, aquariums
Federal animal health authorities plan to collect blood samples from dozens of zoos and aquariums to evaluate which species are susceptible to…
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Study reveals veterinarian preparedness during pandemic
New research for the first time offers a look at how prepared veterinarians and other members of the animal care felt to continue providing essential…
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Colorado VMA - April 2022
The Colorado VMA presented awards and seated new members at its annual meeting, held virtually on Dec. 5, 2021.
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International Exhibition on Animals in Art returns after six years
The Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine is inviting artists to submit entries for the International Exhibition on Animals in Art,…
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State diagnostic laboratories protect all creatures, great and small
Together with veterinary practices, state and commercial diagnostic laboratories across the country have helped drive the growth of veterinary…
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World Veterinary Association - March 29-31, 2022
The World Veterinary Association held its 37th World Veterinary Association Congress from March 29-31 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The WVA…
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Feds extend suspension of student loan payments
Federal authorities continued a suspension of monthly student loan payments, delaying those payments until at least May 1 and continuing to hold the…
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Reflecting on another remarkable year…
In his final President’s Column, Dr. José Arce celebrates the highlights of his year as AVMA president - and celebrates the accomplishments of the…
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Science on the go: Catch the Veterinary Vertex podcast
The AVMA journals' new weekly podcast gives a behind-the-scenes look at cutting-edge research findings with practical implications.
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How one clinic improved patient care & efficiency with remote monitors
Check out AVMA’s newest telehealth case study. See how the Charleston Veterinary Referral Center implemented wireless wearable devices to improve…