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Personal health records create a picture of health
Many veterinarians encourage their clients to maintain copies of veterinary records to ensure that animals receive appropriate care if they must be…
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Workers at swine slaughterhouses develop neurologic illnesses
The national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Minnesota Department of Health are investigating an outbreak of
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Getting the right drug at the right dosage
Personalized medicine brings precision to drug treatment
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A reaction to the COBTA vaccine report
Posted on September 1, 2003 Greene supports a personalized approach to vaccination Veterinarians must look beyond the debate over whether to…
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AAFP president finds cats to be her calling
Leadership, partnerships, and membership develop along with the association posted January 1, 2008 Dr. Valerie Creighton grew up…
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Specialty pay legislation to recognize excellence in veterinary medicine - September 1, 2003
Posted on August 15, 2003 AVMA is developing a coalition to seek bill's passage As the federal government has found it increasingly difficult to…
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AVMA funds NCVEI project to enhance practice productivity
AVMA funds NCVEI project to enhance practice productivity The AVMA has awarded a $200,000 grant to the National
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Alliance will help veterinarians address obesity in pets
Obesity has increased dramatically in the United States during the past 20 years, according to the Centers for Disease Control
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Turtle producers fighting in the courts and Capitol to sell hatchlings
Louisiana turtle farmers and lawmakers are trying to end a federal ban on domestic pet turtle hatchling sales.
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Heightened security precautions may cause problems for horse transportation
Posted on May 15, 2003 9/11 makes airlines wary of carrying tranquilizers for horses While traveling from the United States to New Zealand, a…
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Fairhall joins GHLIT as executive manager
Gail Fairhall, PhD, joined the staff of the AVMA Group Health and Life Insurance Trust as the new executive manager on Oct. 4.
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African disease reported for first time in Western Hemisphere
Posted on June 30, 2003 Government cracks down on pet prairie dogs and African rodents in wake of monkeypox outbreak An outbreak caused by…
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AAEP issues white paper on ending soring of Tennessee Walking Horses
he American Association of Equine Practitioners issued stringent recommendations earlier this month for eliminating the abusive practice of soring in…
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DEA publishes controversial new fee schedule for controlled substance registration
The Drug Enforcement Administration's increased fee schedule for controlled substances registration becomes effective Dec. 1
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New director leading American Veterinary Medical Foundation
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation has hired a director, Michael W. Cathey, who has had a long career as a fundraiser for nonprofit…
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Over the top: AABP confers awards
Six AABP members were recognized by their colleagues during the annual conference in Columbus.
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Haynes earns top AVMA honor
Dr. Peter F. Haynes, dean of the Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine, has earned the 2008 AVMA Award.
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Holidays, economy especially stressful for women
American Psychological Association offers some tips for reducing stress
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AAEP in Orlando
The great turnout in Orlando is a testament to the quality scientific sessions and the loyalty of the membership
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$75M dedicated to nonsurgical contraception for cats and dogs
Stalled attempts at creating an alternative to surgical sterilization for cats and dogs have received a jump-start in the form of a $75
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AVMA controller built fiscal integrity
As AVMA controller and director of the Business Division, Dan Murawski has worked with five treasurers and four executive vice presidents to set a…
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UC-Davis to train for large animal emergencies
Firefighters, veterinarians collaborate in rescues