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Armadillos likely source of human leprosy
Armadillos appear to be a likely cause of human cases of leprosy in the southern United States, according to an article published in late April.
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COVID-19: Resources for shelters, food animal veterinarians
Two new AVMA resources provide practical guidance for animal shelter personnel and food animal veterinarians during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Veterinarians pledge ventilators, supplies to human medicine
Veterinarians pledged hundreds of ventilators for human use as a surge of COVID-19 cases in some areas have led to shortages as the coronavirus…
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COVID-19 resources: Economic relief, small business tools, and more
Federal agencies are moving quickly to implement the COVID-19 stimulus measures. These resources will help you understand the relief programs and…
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Groups sue FDA over drug use in livestock
Five nonprofit organizations are suing federal drug authorities whom they accuse of failing to restrict antimicrobial use in livestock, despite the…
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Views on NAVMEC draft report shared
Leaders in veterinary academia were asked to give their input on the draft recommendations from the North American Veterinary Medical Consortium, and…
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AVMA endorses guidance for vets suspecting animal abuse
The AVMA has endorsed a document created jointly by the AVMA Committee on the Human-Animal Bond and the American Humane Association for veterinarians…
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Get answers: Frequently asked questions about COVID-19
We’ve added two new resources to our COVID-19 webpage: FAQs for veterinarians and veterinary clinics, and for pet owners.
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Animal health laboratories aid testing for COVID-19 in people
Veterinary diagnostic laboratories are helping overwhelmed public health laboratories identify COVID-19 in people. One—the Oklahoma Animal Disease…
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COVID-19: Answering the call together
Your national association is working around the clock to develop guidance, resources, and information to support the veterinary community in these…
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Association strengthens policy on extractive industries
The AVMA has bolstered its policy on extraction of gas, oil, and minerals to support responsible practices that minimize negative impacts on animals,…
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World Veterinary Day 2020 promotes environmental protection
The theme of World Veterinary Day 2020, which falls on April 25, is “Environmental protection for improving animal and human health.”
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Euthanasia experts say best methods may be unappealing
Temple Grandin, PhD, understands that many people may think physical methods of euthanasia are "icky," but contends that often they are the best…
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A safety net for struggling pet owners
Many animal shelters and humane organizations offer programs to prevent pet relinquishment for individuals and families experiencing domestic…
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Animal rescue coalition concludes Haiti relief work
More than a year since the magnitude 7.0 earthquake that devastated Haiti Jan. 12, 2010, relief efforts have succeeded in helping the nation's animal…
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US-led $100M project to study, reduce zoonotic disease threats
Disease experts from Africa, Asia, and the U.S. will collaborate on a five-year project to understand and reduce zoonotic disease risks in global hot…
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COVID-19: Managing employees who are ill or may be exposed
New AVMA guidance gives recommendations for managing employees with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 exposure or disease.
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Research delayed, rodent populations reduced during pandemic
Universities delayed new studies this spring to reduce contact among people, including researchers and animal caregivers. Those delays often involved…
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Danish veterinarian credited with Brucella abortus discovery
Educated in both human and veterinary medicine, Dr. Bang conducted extensive investigations into zoonotic diseases.
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Groups want national henhousing law
An agreement between the Humane Society of the United States and the United Egg Producers will lead the groups to lobby for a federal law that
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Audit outlines Horse Protection Program deficiencies
Current practices by the Department of Agriculture to ensure the humane treatment of horses exhibited at shows or being transported to slaughterhouses…
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Pets rescued, treated after deadly tornado
Veterinarians, animal welfare organizations work in Joplin, Mo.
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AVMA develops plan for combating sexual harassment in profession
A plan, developed by the AVMA Board of Directors at the request of the AVMA House of Delegates, outlines how the Association will help the veterinary…
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World Veterinary Day to focus on rabies prevention
World Veterinary Day 2011, April 30, will raise awareness of veterinarians' role in rabies prevention and control.