JAVMA news
USDA funding studies on food safety, climate change
About $20 million in federal grants will fund research on improving food safety and addressing the impact of climate change.
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DHS giving $44 million for zoonotic disease, food safety research
The Department of Homeland Security announced in mid-February that Kansas State University, Texas A&M University, and the University of Minnesota will…
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New law clarifies alternatives to animal testing for safety, efficacy of drugs
The recently passed FDA Modernization Act 2.0 authorizes the use of certain alternatives to animal testing, including cell-based assays and computer…
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Genetically modified cattle may be sold for food in U.S.
The Food and Drug Administration will, for the first time, allow sale of the first genetically modified food animals. The cattle are gene edited to…
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Raw pet food diets, pet population management policies headed to HOD
The AVMA House of Delegates, during its regular winter session, being held January 5-6, 2024, in Chicago, will vote on six resolutions that would…
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Academic groups seek easier approval path for gene-edited food animals
Two academic groups argue that the amount of regulatory oversight for genetic changes in food animals should depend on the nature of the changes, and…
policy
Approval and availability of antimicrobials for use in food-producing animals
The availability and effectiveness of antimicrobials, including medically important antimicrobials, are important to support the health and welfare of…
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AVMA supports plan for research advocacy
The AVMA is helping support development of a 10-year research plan intended to increase research spending and address challenges in
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NAS set to study veterinary research trends
Study will focus on public health and safety, animal health, and comparative medicine
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Delegates update AVMA policies on diets for cats and dogs, animal loss support services
The AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) amended several AVMA policies addressing a range of veterinary-related issues, , from raw diets for dogs and cats,…
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FDA issues booklet reviewing information on animal health care needs
The Center for Veterinary Medicine within the Food and Drug Administration published a pamphlet in August titled "FDA and the Veterinarian."
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Another ballot initiative increases housing size for farm animals
As consumers demand to know more about the origin of their foods, the trend toward less-restrictive housing for farm animals has accelerated in recent…
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Polymer chip models may improve drug testing
Translucent polymer chip models, about the size of a AA battery, could provide drug candidate safety data with greater speed and accuracy than from…
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Webinar explains federal guidance on manufacturing of animal cells and tissues
The Food and Drug Administration posted a prerecorded webinar this fall explaining draft guidance documents on good manufacturing practices and donor…
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FDA approves generic doramectin topical solution for cattle
The Food and Drug Administration has approved DectoGard, the first generic doramectin topical solution for treatment and control of parasites in…
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FDA opens access to adverse event data
The Food and Drug Administration is offering data about adverse events in animals that can be useful for researchers and software developers.
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Advances in animal genome editing continue apace
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently green lit for human consumption five genetically modified pigs at Washington State University.…
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Rumors of the demise of the extension veterinarian
No one knows exactly how many extension veterinarians there are, although they always have been few in number.
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Research resuming on campuses
Early this year, universities delayed the start of new research, reduced staffing in facilities, and added safety measures to ongoing studies. Now,…
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FDA’s Dunham delves into drug issues
Dr. Bernadette Dunham, director of the Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Veterinary Medicine, recently fielded questions about drug issues and…
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FDA approves first injectable pentosan for osteoarthritis in horses
The Food and Drug Administration announced Dec. 20 that the agency has approved Zycosan, the first injectable pentosan product to receive FDA…
policy
UNDER REVIEWResearch priorities of the American Veterinary Medical Association
The AVMA strongly prioritizes the overall concept of One Health as a model for integrating relevant clinical and scientific expertise to solve…
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FDA warns companies illegally selling CBD products
Agency signaled that it cannot conclude cannabidiol is safe.
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FDA approves oral treatment for cats with diabetes
The Food and Drug Administration announced Dec. 8 that the agency has approved the first oral animal drug to improve glycemic control in otherwise…
policy
Use of technology in veterinary medicine
The AVMA supports responsible and ethical development and use of technology that can benefit and protect public health, animal health and welfare, and…