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Epidemics investigated at Smithsonian exhibition
The public will get a better sense of the factors that contribute to infectious disease epidemics in a new exhibition at the Smithsonian Institution's…
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Finding a future for osteosarcoma patients
Ana M. Cilursu, MD, lost three Rottweilers in a row to bone cancer.
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Supporting real assistance animals
Is that cockatoo riding a man's shoulder in the produce section really an emotional support animal?
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In Short
Osteosarcoma is genetically similar in dogs and human children, according to a study published July 19 in the journal Communications Biology by Tufts…
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In Short
The 2019 annual meeting of AVMA voting members will be held Friday, Jan. 11, from 8:30-10 a.m. CST
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AVMA weighs stepped-up role in global food security
With the world’s population projected to grow by one-third to more than 9 billion people by 2050, global food production must increase as
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AVMA launches database of clinical studies
The AVMA launched the AVMA Animal Health Studies Database in June as a resource for researchers seeking animals to participate in clinical studies and…
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Editing Animals
Recent gene-editing technologies are being used to create mice that model human genetic diseases, Holstein cattle lacking horns, and current research…
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New guidance for pets exposed to rabies
New guidance in this issue of the JAVMA advises that cats and dogs that are exposed to rabies and are overdue for a vaccine can have a booster shot…
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VaTech awarded hepatitis E funding
The National Institutes of Health has awarded a four-year grant totaling nearly $1.6 million to a virologist with the Virginia-Maryland Regional…
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Mining the canine genome
The identification of canine genes is not only improving the health of dogs, but is also helping researchers identify genes
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How can you help Australia?
AVMA is donating $25,000 for wildfire assistance in Australia. In addition, the AVMF will match individual donations up to $50,000. With your help,…
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Rabies liability: Is your practice protected?
On World Rabies Day, September 28, join AVMA Axon and the AVMA Trust for a live webinar outlining how to ensure your veterinary practice is legally…
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AVMA names first-ever chief DEI officer
Meet Latonia Craig, Ed.D., who will become AVMA's first chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer in September.
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Oregon VMA – April 1-3, 2022
The Oregon VMA held its Oregon Veterinary Conference virtually from April 1-3. The ORVMA presented awards and seated new officials.
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American College of Veterinary Surgeons - Feb. 14-15, 2022
The American College of Veterinary Surgeons recently welcomed new diplomates following the board certification examination it held Feb. 14-15 online.
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Live chat: Start your year with AVMA's president
Looking for new ways to connect with colleagues? Kick off your year with a live online chat this week with you AVMA president, Dr. Douglas Dr. Kratt.
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Capitol Hill update: Access to care, imported dogs and more
The federal government’s 2022 budget sets aside millions of dollars to improve access to veterinary care in rural areas, protect our nation's food…
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Florida VMA mourns death of long-time director
The Florida VMA announced that its long-serving executive director Philip J. Hinkle died Aug. 22 at the age of 58.
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Gordon Theilen, pioneer of oncology, dies at 92
Dr. Gordon Theilen, an emeritus professor at the University of California-Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, dead at 92. Dr. Theilen was a…
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American Association of Food Safety and Public Health Veterinarians
Virtual meeting, Oct. 14