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AVMF, VPRF pharmacology grant recipients undertake research projects
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) and the Veterinary Pharmacology Research Foundation (VPRF) selected three veterinary researchers as…
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Workshop to explore antimicrobial indications for companion animals
The American Academy of Veterinary Pharmacology and Therapeutics has announced a workshop to discuss how to support new antimicrobial
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Better integrating the robust veterinary technician skill set into practice
Credentialed veterinary technicians (CVTs) are versatile members of the veterinary care team, expertly tackling responsibilities in nursing, imaging,…
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College news
The Ohio State University has appointed Dr. John A.E. Hubbell as interim dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine
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AVMA co-sponsoring NAS study to promote veterinary involvement
The demand for trained, qualified laboratory animal veterinarians far exceeds the supply
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Crawford takes reins at FDA
Dr. Lester M. Crawford Jr. is the deputy commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration
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Council, trust, committee, board nominations invited
Nominations are invited for 16 AVMA council vacancies
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Consortium to connect animal scientists, veterinarians
The Animal Health Consortium is a new resource available to veterinarians, pharmacologists, and other professionals
Veterinary specialists in the U.S. 2022
Discover how many U.S. veterinarians held various board certifications from AVMA-recognized veterinary specialty organizations as of December 2022.
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Delegates approve 15 amendments
Posted on August 15, 2002 In Nashville, the House of Delegates voted on five proposed constitutional amendments, accepted introduction of two
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Just one thing: Leveraging the full veterinary technician skill set
Empowering veterinary technicians to use their full skill set requires a keen understanding of the breadth and depth of their education. Fortunately,…
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Behavioral research using animal models may need improvement
Researchers using rodent models to study mental disease may not be getting accurate results
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ProHeart 6 returns to U.S. market on limited basis
The Food and Drug Administration announced June 5 the limited reintroduction of ProHeart 6 to the U.S. veterinary market.
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Fluffy can't stop chasing his tail
Animal OCD is a serious welfare issue. Pets suffering from the disorder can become ill because they neglect to eat or sleep.
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In Memory – January 18, 2024
Veterinarian obituaries in the “In Memory” section of the Journal of the AVMA, January 18, 2024
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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)…
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A time of transition at the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Stephen F. Sundlof became the director of the FDA Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, effective Jan. 7, after serving for more than a…
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Getting the right drug at the right dosage
Personalized medicine brings precision to drug treatment
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Proposed Amendments to the AVMA Constitution and Bylaws
Proposed Amendments to the AVMA Constitution and Bylaws n compliance with Constitution Article X and Bylaws…
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Florida Board of Pharmacy disciplines PetMed Express, Savemax
On April 16, the Florida Department of Health's Board of Pharmacy reached an agreement with PetMed Express Inc.
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Bridge funds coming to FARAD may not be enough
Federal agencies are giving $125,000 in bridge funding to the Food Animal Residue Avoidance Databank, which has started layoffs to stay open.
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Take a seat at the table
One of the strengths of the AVMA is the extent to which its members can influence the direction of the organization.