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Veterinarians try to connect with clients via e-mail
Half of veterinarians use e-mail for professional purposes, according to the 2005 AVMA-Pfizer Business Practices Study.
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The truth about serum
The anesthesia team is transfusing the patient with plasma believed to contain normal to high protein concentrations.
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Is disability insurance right for you?
Disability insurance, in particular, is an often overlooked or misunderstood protection.
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Board debates policy points on medicinal products
Thorny issues surrounding the appropriate use of medicinal products—and how to handle adverse events—prompted discussion during the Executive Board…
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Board revises acclimation certificates, other forms
Veterinarians should provide an acclimation certificate only as an attachment to a certificate of veterinary inspection
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AVMA leaders lobby for more public health veterinarians
The AVMA and Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges consider the Veterinary Workforce Expansion Act (S. 914/H.R. 2206) an important piece…
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DEA revokes pharmacy's registration
Veterinarians were reminded of the regulations for obtaining compounded controlled substances when the Drug Enforcement Administration
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Sponsors see value beyond measure in student program
The recent decision to commit AVMA dollars to a leadership program for veterinary students promises to enhance an annual event that many members of…
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Executive Board focuses on future of veterinary medicine, AVMA
The AVMA Executive Board approved a number of recommendations at its meeting that will help plan for the future of veterinary medicine
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AVMA GHLIT marks 50 years of service to veterinarians
The AVMA Group Health & Life Insurance Trust reaches a milestone this year, celebrating a half century of service to the veterinary profession.
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Ruling could let drug sellers say more
A pharmaceutical salesman’s statements about off-label prescription drug uses were protected under the First Amendment, according to an appellate…
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Farmer hopes lawsuit will affect disease practices
An Indiana swine farmer hopes his recently settled lawsuit will discourage swine owners from intentionally infecting their pigs with
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Unraveling the confounding world of compounding
Dr. Jeff Gerlesits examines a hyperthyroid cat on a busy afternoon, assisted by veterinary
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Devocalization as a final alternative
AVMA Delegates pass resolutions on devocalization, VCPR, livestock handling
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Texas high court reaffirms pets are property
The Texas Supreme Court has reversed a controversial ruling by a state appellate court that would have allowed the owners of a wrongfully euthanized…
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Pressure from above
Animal welfare is improving as buyers pressure suppliers to meet standards and to participate in audit and education programs.
Why breed-specific legislation is not the answer
Breed-specific legislation may look good on the surface, but it’s not a reliable or effective solution for dog bite prevention.
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Report finds benefits to foreign accreditation
AVMA Task Force on Foreign Veterinary School Accreditation concluded that foreign accreditation benefits U.S. and foreign practitioners alike.
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Hidden wildlife
Nobody knows how many privately owned wild animals are living in captivity in Ohio.
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Disaster preparedness sessions funded by AVMF
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation has awarded its 2013 Disaster Training Grants to four organizations.
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Finding calm amid the chaos
The stigma associated with mental illness often prevents veterinarians from discussing the topic, let alone seeking help
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Board acts on research, grievance resolution, residues
The AVMA Board of Directors, while meeting Nov. 20-22, 2014, approved a few new policies, rescinded some that were no longer, and reaffirmed or…