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Texas wildlife veterinarian dies in helicopter crash
Dr. Robert O. Dittmar II, the first state wildlife veterinarian for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, was among three TPWD members killed in a…
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Researchers look at role of pets in COVID-19 transmission
Following reports of a small number of pets testing positive for the COVID-19 virus, researchers want to better understand what part our companion…
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AVMA definitions of antimicrobial use for treatment, control, and prevention
AVMA provides definitions for treatment, prevention, and control in the context of antimicrobial use in individual animals or populations of animals.
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Saving box turtles, all in a dog’s day of work
Veterinarians, veterinary students, a special pack of Boykin Spaniels, and the dogs’ owner have been working in Illinois and Tennessee to study and…
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Transmissible spongiform encephalopathies
TSEs are important diseases worldwide. The AVMA encourages research and dissemination of scientific knowledge about them; and supports surveillance,…
Council on Biologic and Therapeutic Agents
The Council on Biologic and Therapeutic Agents advises the Board of Directors in promoting interest in the efficacy and proper use of biologic and…
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Zoonotic disease education
The AVMA supports zoonotic disease education programs for physicians, allied health professionals, veterinarians, and other animal care professionals…
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UNDER REVIEWJudicious therapeutic use of antimicrobials
Judicious therapeutic use of antimicrobials is a core principle of the broader goal of antimicrobial stewardship.
Committee on Antimicrobials
The Committee on Antimicrobials supports AVMA’s strategy to allow the veterinary profession to effectively share robust and comprehensive…
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UK study finds disconnect in diagnosis, treatment of canine epilepsy
A study by the University of London Royal Veterinary College revealed a significant difference between how primary care veterinarians in the United…
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Studies analyze factors, outcomes associated with cranial cruciate ligament rupture, surgery
A new study identified dogs at most risk of cranial cruciate ligament rupture and highlighted the clinical rationales used to decide between surgical…
Aquatic Veterinary Medicine Committee
The Aquatic Veterinary Medicine Committee advises the Board of Directors onmatter related to aquatic animal health and aquatic veterinary medicine.
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Brucellosis
Continued support for disease control efforts toward the ultimate elimination of brucellosis should remain a national priority.
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Obituary: One-health advocate, public health leader dies
Dr. Lisa A. Conti, director of strategic initiatives and the first chief science officer at the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer…
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Veterinarians practicing aquatic animal medicine
Aquatic animal veterinarians in the U.S. care for animals and protect public health, diagnosing disease, performing surgery, evaluating and…
The veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR)
The veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR) is the basis for interaction among veterinarians, clients, and patients and is critical to the…
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In Memory - April 1, 2022
Veterinarian obituaries in the “In Memory” section of the Journal of the AVMA, April 1, 2022
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Updated guidance on canine leptospirosis reflects better understanding of disease
The latest consensus statement on leptospirosis in dogs from the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine features the latest understanding…