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Veterinarians can earn certificate in human-animal bond
Practicing veterinarians as well as veterinary technicians and practice managers can now learn more about research backing the human health benefits…
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USDA requires audits for indemnity for highly pathogenic avian influenza
Federal agriculture agents will reimburse chicken and turkey farmers after outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
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From data loss to explosions: how practices can prepare for disasters
Dr. Warren J. Hess didn't think much about disaster preparedness until his mobile practice exploded, with him inside.
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In with the new at VMX 2018
A new certificate program in the human-animal bond, a study on communications gaps between practices and clients, a report on antimicrobial usage in…
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Ending life well
Pending guidance on depopulation and updated guidance on euthanasia acknowledge that decisions on animal death are difficult even for experts.
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AVMA finalizing depopulation guidelines
The AVMA's guidance on emergency animal depopulation is in editing following a draft's approval.
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U.S. Public Health Service honors 19 veterinarians
The U.S. Public Health Service honored 19 veterinary officers whose work has helped protect people from disease.
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Purdue receives $3.18M to address rural veterinary shortages, diversity
With help from a new federal grant, the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine is stepping up to expand access to the veterinary profession…
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Caring too much?
A 9-year-old mixed-breed dog with a history of renal disease is presented to a general practitioner with signs of lethargy, a lack of appetite,…
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LSU veterinary school gifted $10.1M to fund five programs
Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine has received the largest gift in its history with a $10.1 million combined estate commitment…
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AABP offers workshops on managing rural practices
The American Association of Bovine Practitioners is offering workshops for recent veterinary graduates in rural areas who are looking to buy or build
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Veterinary curricula framework unveiled at educators meeting
Veterinary educators talked innovation at this year's Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges annual conference.
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Virginia-Maryland names two distinguished alumnae
The Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine announced Sept. 27 that it has recognized two alumnae with its 2018 distinguished alumni awards.
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AVMA emphasizes responsible stewardship of laboratory animals
The AVMA has revised the policy "Use of Animals in Research, Testing, and Education" to balance the emphasis placed on the importance of animal-based…
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The case of the wildly varying degrees of toxicity in wildlife
A real doctor treats more than one species. At least that's how one of veterinary medicine's favorite sayings goes—and there's a lot of truth to it,
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More tools needed for disasters, depopulation
Short supplies and limited tools may slow depopulation efforts or leave animals without pain relief during emergencies.
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When fire strikes home
About 40,000 pets die in residential fires each year, most from smoke inhalation, and 500,000 pets are affected overall.
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Tufts promotes Kochevar
Dr. Deborah T. Kochevar has left her position as dean at the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University after 12 years.
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ISU to host drug resistance institute
Iowa State University will be home to a national institute on reducing the risk from antimicrobial resistance.
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Augmented, virtual reality can help veterinarians see more
Scott Birch thinks augmented reality can help veterinarians see more within their patients.
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Grooms named dean of Iowa State veterinary college
Dr. Grooms is an accomplished scientist, teacher and leader who will build on the college's reputation for excellence and the great achievements
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PennVet hires new dean
Dr. Andrew Hoffman has been named the next Gilbert S. Kahn Dean of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, effective Aug. 1.
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Academics honored by AAVMC
The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges recognized the 2018 recipients of four awards during its Annual Conference March 2-4 in…
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ISU shrinks laboratory plans to match state funding
Iowa State University officials plan to build a new $75 million veterinary diagnostic laboratory, reduced from a $124 million plan.
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Alumnus's $50M gift to benefit Oregon State
Oregon State University announced Jan. 17 a sizable commitment from a donor to its College