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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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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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On the trail of horses
The debate over how to track and identify horses has been ongoing for more than a decade.
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Crisis communication
The American Horse Council and American Association of Equine Practitioners, along with state and federal health officials, are developing a proactive…
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Federal guidance on integrating animal issues into emergency issues
The AVMA strongly recommends periodic review of federal guidance on disaster preparedness, response and recovery to improve support for animal owners…
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USDA announces $15.8M in funding for disease preparedness, response
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is awarding $15.8 million to 60 projects led by 38 states, land-grant universities, and industry organizations to…
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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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Farm veterinarians adjust to reduce COVID-19 risk
This spring, veterinarians spent less time in barns and more time helping farm workers stay healthy. Veterinary organizations, academic centers, and…
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USDA wants better tags for cattle
The visible tags used to mark cattle in commerce are inadequate to track animal movements and respond to disease outbreaks, according to Department of…
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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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USDA develops candidate African swine fever vaccine
A federal research team reported progress toward creating a commercial vaccine against the devastating African swine fever virus.
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USDA proposes requiring electronic identification for certain cattle, bison
Official ear tags on cattle and bison covered under federal regulations will need to be both visually and electronically readable for interstate…
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APHIS announces $16M in funding to protect animal health
The 2018 Farm Bill provided funding for programs to help prevent animal pests and diseases from entering the United States and to reduce the spread…
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1955 - 1965
The late 1950s and early 1960s saw a flurry of technological and sociological changes in the United States.
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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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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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USDA developing biosecurity audits
Federal animal disease authorities will expect farms to meet certain disease control criteria, verified by certification and audits
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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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USDA hiring veterinarians to fight avian flu
The Department of Agriculture is hiring 90 veterinarians on one- and two-year appointments as part of the response to the avian influenza outbreak.
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Aiding animals after Irma
Dr. James H. Waddell, owner of Lower Keys Animal Clinic in Key West, reopened his clinic six days after Hurricane Irma crossed the Florida Keys.
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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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Agency drafts plans for animal disease preparation, response
Federal animal health authorities published a plan to monitor for disease emergence and draw up plans for the biggest risks.
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Horse advocates, veterinarians noted for outstanding work
The American Association of Equine Practitioners recognized the 2016 recipients of several awards Dec. 3-7 2016 at its 62nd Annual Convention in…