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Foundation to support pharmacology research
The American Academy of Veterinary Pharmacology and Therapeutics has contributed start-up funds for the Veterinary Pharmacology Research
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FDA providing guidance on use of drug for Cushing disease
Federal drug authorities are providing guidance for veterinarians on the use and compounding of a drug used in the treatment of
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Unity key to veterinarians' strength, Kornegay says
Dr. Kornegay, the sole announced candidate for the position on the ballot that will be voted on by the AVMA House of Delegates in Seattle
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Board fills vacancies
The Executive Board named the following veterinarians to the entities indicated, representing the designated areas.
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Extensive study to examine egg-laying hen housing
A multiyear study involving tens of thousands of egg-laying hens could improve understanding of the impacts and sustainability of housing systems for…
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Army veterinary and human health commands merging
The Army is combining some veterinary and human health operations within the next two years. The Army Veterinary Command and
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Client education can prevent residue violator label
The Department of Agriculture is publishing the names of packing plants and farms responsible for repeat drug and contaminant residue violations.
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Phenylbutazone use topic of FDA letter
Federal authorities have issued an online statement regarding legal and illegal uses of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
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AVMA to seek congressional resolution honoring veterinary anniversary
Wildlife, assistance dogs, and military veterinarians are just some of the subjects of bills added to the AVMA's federal legislative agenda.
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AVMA says Pew Commission report is flawed, unscientific
An AVMA report says recommendations by a prominent critic of industrial animal agriculture are unscientific and can actually threaten human health.
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World Veterinary Day, award will focus on livestock theme in 2009
World Veterinary Day, the last Saturday of April, is an opportunity to celebrate the contribution of veterinarians to
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What can the veterinary profession expect in Obama's America?
Barack Obama's election to the presidency has implications not just for the United States and the world but, in less dramatic ways, the power
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Veterinary services legislation introduced in Congress
New legislation addressing the nation's veterinary services needs is under consideration in the House of Representatives.
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Updated backgrounder: therapy dogs can acquire MRSA
Updates to a backgrounder on methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus incorporate recent research on colonization of therapy dogs that visit health…
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Zoo veterinarians win a seat on House Advisory Panel
The American Association of Zoo Veterinarians is the newest member of the Advisory Panel to the AVMA House of Delegates.
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Federal veterinary loan repayment program moves ahead
Eagerly anticipated rules implementing the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program, authorized by the National Veterinary Medical Service Act…
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Henderson joins Scientific Activities Division
Dr. Kristi Henderson joined the AVMA staff in May as an assistant director in the Scientific Activities Division.
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FDA backs legislation to restrict antimicrobial use
Deputy commissioner says growth-promoting use should be phased out
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Veterinarians work behind the scenes during inauguration
Veterinarians with the U.S. Public Health Service and Army Veterinary Corps were on duty Jan. 20 during the presidential inauguration.
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Authorities examining "enhancements" for milk screening
Federal regulatory officials are considering changes to the routine tests for drug residues in milk.
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FDA providing MUMS grants to aid new drug studies
The federal government is providing up to $750,000 for developers of drugs for animals listed as minor species or for minor uses in major species.
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Executive Board tackles professional issues, AVMA operations
The AVMA Executive Board, meeting June 4-6, took a hard look at agenda items regarding subjects as diverse as federal legislation and officer travel.
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FDA adds regulations to reduce Salmonella illness from eggs
New federal regulations require most egg producers to take steps to prevent the spread of Salmonella enteritidis.
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Make your voice heard
The AVMA is once again inviting its members to contribute toward decisions involving a wide range of veterinary-related issues.