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AVMA supports bills on horse trailers, research
The AVMA will push Congress to pass legislation that would forbid transporting horses across state lines in double-deck trailers.
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Policy changes for pet food, microchips
The AVMA is advocating for veterinarian involvement in the distribution of pet foods that make health claims.
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AVMF puts mission into action
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation sponsored animal-related events in several communities this past fall as
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ProHeart 6 available with fewer restrictions
ProHeart 6, an injectable drug that provides six months of heartworm prevention in dogs, has become available with fewer restrictions on its…
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Be part of the dialogue
AVMA members are encouraged to consider becoming candidates for council, committee, and liaison positions that will
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Board acts to remove hurdles to AVMA membership
The AVMA Executive Board met Aug. 27-28 to take up an agenda dealing with such issues as AVMA membership requirements, livestock traceability and…
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$2 million scholarship program announced
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation recently had lots of news to share about its new and ongoing initiatives.
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FDA proposes more oversight of food importers
The Food and Drug Administration is accepting comments on a plan to increase oversight of food importers.
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AVMA Congressional Science Fellows named
This April, the AVMA announced that Drs. Eric Deeble, Nathaniel Tablante, and Kate Varela were selected for the 2013-2014 AVMA Congressional Science…
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Michigan State administrator takes top post at Florida
A search for a new dean at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine has concluded with the appointment of veterinarian and…
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Board makes appointments
The AVMA Executive Board recently named the following individuals to the entities indicated, representing the designated areas.
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Report finds benefits to foreign accreditation
AVMA Task Force on Foreign Veterinary School Accreditation concluded that foreign accreditation benefits U.S. and foreign practitioners alike.
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Border inspection dispute settled, for now
The new cattle inspection facility near Nuevo Leon, Mexico, began operating Jan. 22.
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Devocalization as a final alternative
AVMA Delegates pass resolutions on devocalization, VCPR, livestock handling
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FDA seeks comments on evaluating antimicrobial animal drugs guidance
Posted on October 1, 2002 The Food and Drug Administration announced on Sept. 11 the availability of a draft guidance document "Guidance for the…
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Externships provide students with a glimpse of international veterinary medicine
Two veterinary students took time out of their summer schedules for externships at the Office International des Epizooties in Paris
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New companion animal tumor registry in the works
Cornell University researchers are setting up a companion animal registry to measure cancer incidence
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Satellite teleconference will offer practical tools to promote food safety
Viewers will learn about practical, innovative educational tools to promote and enhance safe food practices.
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Veterinary profession deserves bigger role in interdisciplinary health care
Posted on September 1, 2002 "Between animal and human health there is no dividing line, nor should there be," said Dr. Charles…
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Bioterrorism expert says U.S. agriculture vulnerable to attack
Because of Sept. 11, the nation is acutely aware that its enemies will go to any length to strike at the United States
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Facing crackdown, dietary supplement companies promise changes
The Association of American Feed Control Officials unveiled a plan to help states remove unapproved dietary supplements for animals
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USDA funds security protections, laboratory network
More than $43 million in state grants and cooperative agreements has been made available by the Department of Agriculture
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Salmonella prevalence continues to decline
In a report released in April, the agency documents a reduction in the presence of Salmonella organisms in all categories of meat products
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Commendations for service veterinarians, induced molting among 2002 resolutions
Posted on June 15, 2002 Seven resolutions have been submitted for consideration by the AVMA House of Delegates at its annual session July 16 and
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Veterinarians help protect soldiers in Operation Enduring Freedom
Posted on June 15, 2002 Dr. Craig Carter, lieutenant colonel, examines Brenda with the help of her handler, Jaromir Josipovic. Negotiating the…