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United States seeks ban on China’s wildlife wet markets
The 2003 outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome that claimed 774 lives was merely a prologue to the current COVID-19 pandemic, which had killed…
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FDA CVM lays out innovation plan for new animal, veterinary products
Leaders with the Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Veterinary Medicine recently outlined the agency’s plan to support the development of safe…
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FDA: Congress, not rule-making, likely route for CBD availability
With the cannabidiol products market continuing to grow and after reviewing published scientific literature and information submitted to a public…
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FDA issues warnings over CBD for animals
Food and Drug Administration officials warned four companies that they were illegally marketing cannabidiol products for animal use.
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FDA identifies causes of drug shortages, proposes solutions
Logistical and regulatory challenges among cited issues
Cannabis: FAQs for veterinarians
Get answers to frequently asked questions about the regulatory status of cannabis, cannabis-derived, and cannabis-related products in veterinary…
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FDA warns companies illegally selling CBD products
Agency signaled that it cannot conclude cannabidiol is safe.
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Zoetis receives $15.3M grant to improve livestock health in Africa
Zoetis announced in March that the company received a $15.3 million grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to further develop and integrate…
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The hype and hope of veterinary cannabis
A range of issues were covered at the first AVMA Cannabis Symposium, from regulatory and toxicological concerns to the drug’s potential as a…
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APHIS awards $2.8M to combat chronic wasting disease
APHIS gave priority to states and tribes in states that have detected CWD and have a CWD monitoring and control program or that propose to create a…
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Two veterinarians, entire AVMA staff receive 2020 President’s Awards
Dr. John Howe, 2019-20 AVMA president, honored the recipients of his three President’s Awards at the AVMA Virtual Convention 2020 in August. The award…
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Raw pet diets: Pros, cons, and client communication
Registration is now open for both webinars in our two-part continuing education (CE) series on raw pet diets. Join us on AVMA Axon tomorrow –…
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The risky business of global animal movement
Likely sources of another pandemic are being scrutinized like never before, including the global movement of animals via international trade and…
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State authorities see disease risk in imported dogs
State veterinarians, pork industry cite surprise arrivals of rescue dogs as cause for concern
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HHS, senators request DEA reschedule marijuana
Legislators are seeking to remove marijuana from the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) after the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)…
Cannabis use and pets
Resources to help veterinarians advise clients and treat patients who may have been exposed to marijuana, the most commonly used illicit drug in the…
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Get certified to better support the human-animal bond
The AVMA has been the think tank for professionals interested in the human-animal bond since the early 1980s, and we’re excited to announce a new…
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Board chair embraces veterinary family ties
Dr. Rena Carlson, chair of the AVMA Board of Directors, has held leadership roles since early in her veterinary career. She spoke to JAVMA News about…
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Livestock diversity fading, risking food supply, group says
Intensive program of sampling, evaluation of existing gene pools called for
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In Short
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation was awarded over $1.5 million from a personal estate in October.
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AVMA voices veterinary needs to FDA about cannabis products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) should provide regulatory clarity about expectations for the labeling, safety, and use of cannabis-derived…
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COVID-19 a year later: How the veterinary profession adapted
In this issue, JAVMA News seeks to tell stories of the hard work of veterinary clinicians and researchers, clinic staff members, and students who have…
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June webinars: Cannabis use and the state of the equine profession
Cannabis is becoming increasingly available for human recreational and medical use. Should veterinary practices monitor staff use of marijuana and…
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Farm bill delivers victory for veterinary medicine
The nation’s new farm bill creates critical programs to improve animal health and enhance the nation’s ability to prevent and respond to animal…