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World Veterinary Day to center on 'One World, One Health'
The World Veterinary Association established World Veterinary Day in 2000 as an annual celebration of the veterinary profession, falling on the last…
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Workshop addresses veterinarians' roles in global health
Veterinarians' involvement in global health was the subject of a full-day workshop at the AVMA Annual Convention covering Global Opportunities in One…
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One foodborne pathogen goal met so far
A 10-state surveillance system uncovered fewer illnesses connected with Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli O157 in 2009 than in any of the…
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Connecting animal and human health
The Animal Health Institute and CQ-Roll Call Group hosted a forum April 27 in Washington, D.C., meant to raise awareness about the
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AVMA Answers: Small business and health care reform
Does the federal health care legislation provide tax credits for small businesses?
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Veterinary public health bill advances in Congress
The House of Representatives recently passed a measure aimed at beefing up the nation's supply of public health veterinarians.
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AKC Canine Health Foundation solicits research proposals
The American Kennel Club's Canine Health Foundation seeks pre-proposals for research on canine health. The submission deadline
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AAFP reaches out with feline health information
Cat-friendly practices, use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in cats, and feline neurology and ophthalmology are just a few of the topics that…
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GHLIT adapts insurance coverage after health care reform
Passage of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act ushered in an era of unprecedented change for the health insurance market, change focused on…
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Ohioans could vote on animal housing law in November
A group of organizations is trying to add to Ohio's November ballot an initiative that could ban some animal housing, slaughter, and euthanasia…
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NIH funds study of leishmaniasis in Brazil
posted December 19, 2010 The National Institutes of Health has funded a five-year study of human infection with Leishmania braziliensis, one of…
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Hope in Haiti
Dr. Max Millien, director of animal health with Haiti's Ministry of Agriculture, said assistance from foreign agencies will help the country improve…
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A 100-year legacy of promoting animal health
Started in New York City in 1910, the Animal Medical Center is today reportedly the world's largest companion animal hospital and just as committed to…
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Feline practitioners handle complexities of cats
AAFP's fall conference and other offerings address cats' health and welfare
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Panel: Producers, veterinarians winning fight against PRRS
Farmers and veterinarians are progressing in their fight against one of the most harmful diseases affecting swine, according to a panel of three…
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Applications sought for student scholarships
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation, in keeping with one of its primary goals of student enhancement, is seeking
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USDA to restructure accreditation program, require renewal
Veterinarians who want to keep their government accreditation will need to apply under one of two newly created accreditation
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At veterinary colleges, male students are in the minority
Men have become a minority among veterinary students, and no one knows exactly why—or how to respond.
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Alpharma offers free webinar on anaplasmosis
Alpharma Animal Health has released a free webinar on the current status of anaplasmosis in cattle in the United States.
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Russell receives AVMA Award
At the AVMA Annual Convention, during the Hill's Opening Session, Dr. Russell accepted the 2010 AVMA Award for contributions to organized veterinary…
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USDA awards nearly $6 million to veterinarians serving in shortage areas
The Agriculture Department's National Institute of Food and Agriculture announced Nov. 9 that it will offer 62 rural veterinarians awards totaling…
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Winn Feline Foundation awards grants
The Winn Feline Foundation has awarded grants totaling $183,391 to 16 research projects to improve feline health.
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Economics commission faces challenges
The National Commission on Veterinary Economic Issues is regrouping after a loss of support from the American Animal Hospital Association, one of the…
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For veterinarians, Iditarod is all about the sled dogs
The Iditarod is one of the world's greatest endurance races. Each March, teams of sled dogs and their mushers set out to trek more than 1,000 miles…
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Welfare policies revised with strategic goal in mind
The Executive Board approved revisions to AVMA policies concerning the welfare of poultry and lambs and also accepted updates to the policy on…