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Disaster conference gives animal issues a seat at the table
One way to learn and improve on the process of disaster management is to combine the resources and experiences of those who have experienced disasters…
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Meat Industry Petitions HACCP Regulations
Petition requests that the FSIS amend sections of the HACCP regulations to increase the effectiveness of the HACCP system
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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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National emergency response plan addresses large-scale livestock disease outbreaks
The latest version of the National Animal Health Emergency Response Plan for an Outbreak of Foot-and-Mouth Disease is circulating
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VMAT members respond to Hurricane Isabel
As Hurricane Isabel hurdled toward the East Coast, the veterinary community prepared to provide assistance.
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Mapping our way to quick disaster response
Across the country, agencies are developing layered geographic information system (GIS) maps in the event of an agricultural emergency
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Partnership formed to respond to animal health emergencies in Michigan
Michigan's Vet Net is a comprehensive education and training program geared toward the state's nearly 3,600 licensed veterinarians
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VMAT on a mission at Republican convention
posted October 1, 2004 Deployment to New York involved dual role It's often a hurricane or other natural…
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AVMA, Heifer International team up to bring tsunami aid
The AVMA and Heifer International are collaborating to raise $1 million for long-term development in tsunami-ravaged countries of South and Southeast …
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Heifer briefs AVMA on long-term tsunami recovery mission
Heifer International has begun the important preparatory work involved in its initiative to rebuild livelihoods destroyed by the South Asia tsunami.
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Off to a strong start
Contributions from 733 donors have given a strong sendoff to the AVMA/Heifer International tsunami relief matching partnership
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AVMA mounts preparedness, response to Katrina
Like the human victims, untold numbers of animals were stranded and struggling to stay alive after Hurricane Katrina's Aug. 29 assault
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AVMA, AVMF partnership supports relief efforts in Katrina's wake
The AVMA Executive Board has allocated $500,000 in matching funds to solicit monetary donations for a fund established by the American Veterinary…
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Veterinarians featured on Today Show, MSNBC as part of Katrina relief
The AVMA and American Veterinary Medical Foundation appeared on national television helping pet owners rebuild their lives
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Companies contribute to animal rescue and relief
AVMA sponsors help veterinary community tend to hurricane victims posted October 15, 2005 Makers of animal food and pharmaceuticals supplied …
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Loss of livestock reaches millions
Along with companion animals that suffered from Hurricane Katrina, livestock—also succumbed to floodwater, high winds, and other effects
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AVMF disaster relief fund surpasses million-dollar goal
The AVMF fund is being used to cover costs associated with medical treatment for animals, animal care, AVMA Veterinary Medical Assistance Teams
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Government seeks site for National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility
The Department of Homeland Security is exploring sites for a proposed new National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility
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Watching for signs, symptoms of disease
Before the 2004 G8 Summit of industrial nations in Savannah, Ga., the number of patients showing symptoms consistent with viral
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Summit works toward national animal disaster plan
Representatives of approximately 100 government agencies, veterinary and humane organizations, and industry groups gathered at the AVMA National…
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Formation of a state animal response team
Maryland starts a SART and veterinary corps, taking cue from other states
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Disaster, emergency-related issues addressed
The Executive Board acted on two recommendations involving disaster and emergency issues.
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Veterinarians repair animal shelter near New Orleans
Volunteers were attendees at Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Symposium
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Industry initiatives
Petfinder.com Foundation recently awarded grants to help 31 animal shelters prepare for natural disasters, with a total of $130,000 in
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Hurricane Gustav prompts responders to evacuate pets
During Katrina, plans did not address the needs of pet owners without transportation