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AVMA opposes USDA-APHIS vaccine amendment
The AVMA Executive Board narrowly approved a recommendation opposing a government-initiated proposal
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Council, trust, committee, board nominations invited
Nominations are invited for 13 AVMA council vacancies, 23 committee seats, and three openings on trusts.
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Reporting laws suggest need for abuse standards
The statute protects veterinarians from civil or criminal liability when they alert authorities to an animal they suspect has been inhumanely treated
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The human-animal bond: A legal liability for veterinarians?
Civil and criminal codes pertaining to animals are evolving.
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AVMA sets priorities for 108th Congress
The Executive Board has designated four bills as warranting active pursuit of passage.
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PLIT gets new liaison
The new ex officio trustee to the AVMA Professional Liability Insurance Trust is Dr. Rosemary J. LoGiudice
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Operation consent form reaffirmed
The Executive Board reaffirmed the AVMA Model Standard Consent Form during its April meeting.
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AVMA officers re-elected
At its meeting in June, the Executive Board re-elected Dr. Bruce W. Little to the office of AVMA executive vice president
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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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Board approves recommendations with teeth
The AVMA Executive Board signed on to a project with The Blue Dog Trust to instruct the most common victims—young
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Corry presidency would aim to advance AVMA's strategic goals
After more than two decades of service in the AVMA, Dr. Larry R. Corry of Buford, Ga., is on track to becoming the Association's highest elected…
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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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Board looks at veterinary economics, AVMA finances
The AVMA Executive Board, while meeting April 7-9, concentrated its attention on the economic challenges currently facing veterinarians individually…
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Treasurer: Passion is essence of profession
The treasurer has steered the Association through the recession's hurdles during the last several of his six yearlong terms and leaves the office at a…
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School debt, animal research among legislative concerns
The AVMA will support a bill that would allow individuals who accepted student loans from private banks to discharge those debts through bankruptcy.
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Policy changes relate to pets, livestock
The AVMA Executive Board has made some noteworthy policy changes relating to companion animals and production animals.
Veterinary technology program data
The AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA) collects data on veterinary technology and nursing programs every year.…
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UNDER REVIEWAnimal abuse and animal neglect
Veterinarians may observe cases of suspected animal abuse or neglect. The AVMA encourages state legislation that supports veterinarians who report…
Veterinary Economics Strategy Committee
The Veterinary Economics Strategy Committee advises on the broad scope of economic issues affecting veterinary medicine.
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Delving into Forensics
Experts in veterinary forensics recount how they came to the growing field and describe their work analyzing evidence in legal cases
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Devocalization as a final alternative
AVMA Delegates pass resolutions on devocalization, VCPR, livestock handling
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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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AVMA no-vote on pet prescription legislation
​The reintroduction of the Fairness to Pet Owners Act in Congress prompted the AVMA Executive Board to reiterate its opposition
Benefits for early-career veterinarians
AVMA offers many member benefits designed especially for early-career veterinarians. Discover exclusive tools and resources that will support you as…
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SAVMA sees chapter program further bolstered
Member benefits were discussed by the Student AVMA House of Delegates during the AVMA Annual Convention in Denver