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In Short - Feb. 15, 2022
Highly pathogenic avian influenza has been found in Canada and the U.S., a resource offers advice on global veterinary careers, a meeting report from…
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Candidate vaccine protects pigs against African swine fever strains
A U.S. Department of Agriculture–developed vaccine against African swine fever protected pigs in a second study, suggesting progress toward a…
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Taking on obesity as a disease
The veterinary profession should formally recognize canine and feline obesity as a disease, according to a position statement from the Global Pet…
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Conserving habitats, ecosystems everywhere key to saving wildlife
The romantic vision of habitat and ecosystem conservation is rather different from the reality.
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Supplement companies made changes after facing crackdown
The availability of glucosamine for animals seemed to be in question 15 years ago.
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Guidelines for use of exempt biologics
State-licensed veterinarians may consider preparing biologics in their practice facility under a VCPR in unique disease situations not adequately…
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1935 - 1945
From 1935-1945, the AVMA dealt with national events such as the Great Depression and World War II. JAVMA reported on the Army Veterinary Corps often
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Bigger challenge than PRRS
Porcine epidemic diarrhea is the biggest challenge Dr. Luc Dufresne has faced in 25 years in practice.
Antimicrobial use and resistance: FAQs for pet owners
AVMA's antimicrobial FAQs provide science-based information to help you make educated decisions about the use of antibiotics and other antimicrobial…