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Texas veterinary education expanding, one way or another
Dueling initiatives on how to address veterinary needs in Texas continue to develop.
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Taking mental health in a positive direction
For the past few years, the veterinary profession has increasingly studied and grappled with how it is affected by certain mental health issues,…
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Study: 1 in 6 veterinarians have considered suicide
Data from a recent survey by the CDC suggest that nearly one in 10 U.S. veterinarians might experience serious psychological distress
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Studies confirm poor well-being in veterinary professionals, students
Group of researchers tying occupational health with mental health outcomes in the profession
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Wellness as an everyday affair
The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges’ fourth annual Veterinary Health and Wellness Summit focused on a challenging question: How…
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Past council decisions a continued source of debate
Much of the criticism the AVMA Council on Education has encountered has to do with historical events rather than current ones, such as the…
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Education, communication are important strategies to prevent suicide among veterinarians
The Suicide Prevention Roundtable aimed to change the prevailing narrative about suicide in the veterinary community with evidence-based strategies…
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Study reveals veterinarian preparedness during pandemic
New research for the first time offers a look at how prepared veterinarians and other members of the animal care felt to continue providing essential…
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UNDER REVIEWGuidelines for addressing hazards in the workplace
It is incumbent on veterinary employers to inform all team members about job hazards that may affect their health.
Why does COE seek USDE recognition?
USDE recognition is important for numerous reasons, including Health Professions Student Loans eligibility of veterinary students at participating…
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UK leads by example when it comes to wellness
As the U.S. veterinary medical profession grapples with how to measure and address the prevalence of mental illness and distress among practitioners,…
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Momentum keeps building for well-being initiatives
Prior to the summit, the Veterinary Mental Health Professionals Group got together.
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The toll it takes to earn a veterinary degree
Veterinary colleges say that while their current health and wellness programs are doing some good, they have substantial room for improvement
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Mars, Banfield, AVMA, others collaborate to improve communication between veterinary teams and clients
Veterinary teams are facing challenges and pressures and are increasingly finding themselves on the receiving end of client frustration. Mars…
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New York metro area could get veterinary college
Another veterinary college could open in New York, this one on Long Island, with the goal of admitting students as soon as next year.
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What veterinarians need to know about the opioid epidemic
The epidemic of opioid abuse gripping the nation affects not only professionals in human health but also veterinarians.
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Oklahoma State cited by accreditor for deficiencies
Oklahoma State University Center for Veterinary Health Sciences is making some changes to its staffing, infrastructure, and policies after it has been…
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Veterinary hospital union, management ratify two-year contract
All Creatures Animal Hospital in Bremerton, Washington, and parent company Cara Veterinary Corp., in September reached an agreement with unionized…
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Slaughter delays lead to depopulation
Companies destroyed thousands of swine and poultry in April as coronavirus outbreaks shuttered or slowed slaughter plants, and one producer warned…
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Veterinary education expanding in Texas
Texas A&M and Texas Tech universities are looking to meet current and future animal health needs for their state by educating more
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Campus tours
Two veterinary colleges in the process of receiving accreditation by the AVMA Council on Education are working to build competency-based curricula and…
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COVID-19: Assessing risks and protecting team members
As veterinarians navigate how to continue providing patient care in the COVID-19 pandemic, it's important for veterinary employers and practice teams…
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Veterinary academia celebrates milestone
The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges, whose member institutions are 49 AVMA Council on Education—accredited veterinary
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In Short
The Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is seeking public comment on proposed updates to Animal Welfare Act…
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GHLIT urges veterinarians to protect their eyes
From blood and other bodily fluids to liquid and aerosol chemicals to infectious disease agents—not to mention unpredictable animal…