Committee on Environmental Issues
The Committee on Environmental Issues advises on environmental issues that may impact animal health, public health, ecosystem health, and the…
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Environmental health focus of this year’s Global Health Summit
Experts in several areas will discuss environmental health issues during the Global Health Summit at the AVMA Virtual Convention 2020
AVMA news
Environmental sustainability resources for veterinary workplaces sought by delegates
The AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) has asked the Board of Directors (BOD) to consider having the AVMA develop resources for its members that promote…
AVMA news
Convention sessions, statement touch on environmental impact of veterinary medicine
Speakers at AVMA Convention 2023 will talk about the impacts of climate change and how environmental sustainability is an increasingly important topic…
AVMA news
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,…
JAVMA news
HOD passes resolution on workforce issues
AVMA leaders resolved to help address economic, staffing, and morale challenges in the veterinary workforce and they adjusted a series of existing…
JAVMA news
AAHA, AAFP update Feline Life Stage Guidelines
The guidelines were published in the March/April issue of the Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association and the March issue of the Journal…
International VMAs
Almost every country has a veterinary medical association working to advance the veterinary profession and protect animal, human, and environmental…
AVMA news
Board Chair Gill discusses AVMA priorities
Dr. Ronald Gill, the 2022-23 chair of the AVMA Board of Directors, expects workforce challenges and solutions will continue to occupy the Board’s…
policy
UNDER REVIEWRelocation of pets for adoption
Careful planning is needed to ensure animal welfare, animal/human safety, and avoid disease spread when dogs and cats are transported for purposes of…
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Policies up for review: Your input needed
AVMA policy is powered by AVMA members. The review process for eight policies is starting, and the volunteer groups that conduct the review are…
AVMA leadership rosters, 2023-2024
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policy
WVA position on the global climate change emergency
The AVMA has endorsed this position statement developed by the World Veterinary Association (WVA).
AVMA news
From industry to charity, the lasting legacy of Dr. Mark Morris Sr. on small animal medicine
Hill's Pet Nutrition and the Morris Animal Foundation (MAF) are celebrating their 75th anniversary and the enduring legacy of their shared founder,…
JAVMA news
Association strengthens policy on extractive industries
The AVMA has bolstered its policy on extraction of gas, oil, and minerals to support responsible practices that minimize negative impacts on animals,…
AVMA news
Policies on physical restraint of animals, canine devocalization approved
The AVMA House of Delegates adopted a handful of revised animal welfare policies, including one on “Canine Devocalization” that supersedes the…
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What’s happening with AVMA’s journals?
AVMA’s scientific journals are transforming – with input from AVMA members, subscribers, and authors. Editor-in-Chief Dr. Lisa Fortier outlines the…
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Make a difference: Check out these volunteer opportunities
AVMA is looking for volunteers to serve in a wide range of leadership positions – from advisory councils and committees to president-elect of the…
AVMA news
Virginia VMA – February 16-18, 2023
The Virginia VMA held its Virginia Veterinary Conference from February 16-18 in Roanoke. The association presented awards and seated new officials.
AVMA news
Grants, student awards handed out by AVMF, partners
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation and the Veterinary Pharmacology Research Foundation announced the two recipients of pharmacology research…
AVMA news
Board approves budgets, takes other actions
The AVMA Board of Directors, while meeting Nov. 17-19, approved the 2022 budgets for the AVMA and the American Veterinary Medical Foundation and…
JAVMA news
Veterinary First Responder Certificate Program moves apace
Nearly three dozen competencies will be necessary for certification in the AVMA’s veterinary first responder program, which ensures veterinarians are…
AVMA news
AAHA updates guidelines on pain management in dogs and cats
The new guidelines on pain management in dogs and cats from the American Animal Hospital Association include discussion of proactive and multimodal…