Disposal of Mercury
Guidelines and resources regarding the disposal of mercury in veterinary practices
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WVC becomes Viticus Group
The Western Veterinary Conference became WVC in 2014. Now the organization has been renamed as Viticus Group, reflecting its expansion to education in…
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Ableism in veterinary medicine
Veterinary colleges have made efforts to reduce barriers for people with disabilities in veterinary education, but discrimination against and a lack…
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Jarboe to head Army research institute
Col Daniel L. Jarboe became the first veterinarian to assume command of the largest biomedical research institute in the Department of Defense.
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Clinic devises a novel approach to employees' child care conundrum
An all-female staff at a mixed animal practice in rural Texas had a problem.
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Veterinary technician, other staff members talk about pandemic experiences
Many clinics and hospitals are working through a backlog of appointments and patients in the past year. JAVMA News spoke with veterinary support staff…
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History of discrimination continues to impact LGBT health
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender veterinarians face the same wellness issues other practitioners do, with the added concern that a history of…
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TV producer-turned-veterinary student now leading SAVMA
At least, that’s the best way he can explain why he left what many would consider a dream job producing sports television to become a veterinarian.
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San Antonio proves popular site for AAEP convention
San Antonio proves popular site for AAEP convention
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SAVMA Symposium goes to Kansas, virtually
The 51st annual Student AVMA Symposium, a four-day event held mid-March, included over 90 lectures, competitions, a meeting of the SAVMA House of…
Wellbeing resources for veterinary professionals
The wellbeing of veterinary professionals remains a top priority for our profession and a key priority of the AVMA. Here are resources to help.
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Finding calm amid the chaos
The stigma associated with mental illness often prevents veterinarians from discussing the topic, let alone seeking help
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Students taking wellness seriously
Every year, the Student AVMA Symposium draws hundreds of veterinary students and offers copious lectures and wet labs along with
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Safety first
Resources for veterinarians that discuss workplace safety abound, but information on protecting oneself from violent crime is in short supply.
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Are horse veterinarians checking out early?
More young equine veterinarians than ever appear to be leaving that sector of the profession in their first five years, according to results of the…
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COVID-19 a year later: How the veterinary profession adapted
In this issue, JAVMA News seeks to tell stories of the hard work of veterinary clinicians and researchers, clinic staff members, and students who have…
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Students, recent grads from underrepresented backgrounds are building spaces for themselves
JAVMA News spoke with leaders of five veterinary groups representing Black and Indigenous individuals, people of color, and LGBTQ individuals about…
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Veterinarians tell a different story
A team of veterinary professionals shared personal challenges and triumphs during an inspirational performance at the AVMA Veterinary Leadership…
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Hurt at work
People working in the veterinary services profession were the second most likely to have nonfatal work-related injuries in 2016, behind nursing and…