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FDA describes legal limits of drug compounding
Agency says few uses allowed for raw active ingredients
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Prioritizing well-being at the institutional level
Self-care can only do so much for individuals in a toxic environment
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Use of technology in veterinary medicine
The AVMA supports responsible and ethical development and use of technology that can benefit and protect public health, animal health and welfare, and…
Compounding
Understand the rules for veterinary compounding, and get resources to support your work with clients whose animals require compounded medications.
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AABP calls for pain control during horn removal
Cattle should receive pain control drugs during and after horn or horn bud removal, according to the American Association of Bovine Practitioners.
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Antimicrobial sales rise in 2018 but remain down over decade
Data show one-year rises among products for pigs, cattle
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Recalled mirtazapine may have double the labeled strength
Mislabeled mirtazapine bottles could contain tablets with double the expected strength, according to a warning from the Food and Drug Administration.
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CSU creates Sustainable Livestock Systems Collaborative
The Sustainable Livestock Systems Collaborative, the university announced this past December, will allow CSU livestock and animal health experts to…
Money tips for caring pet owners
Everyone is trying to save money these days, including pet owners. But cutting back on preventive care can compromise a pet's health ... and cost more…
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Clients driving you nuts? Retrain your brain
Speaker at VLC outlines steps on how to be more compassionate to the most difficult people
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Policies up for review: Your input needed
AVMA policy is powered by AVMA members. The review process for eight policies is starting, and the volunteer groups that conduct the review are…
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Board chair embraces veterinary family ties
Dr. Rena Carlson, chair of the AVMA Board of Directors, has held leadership roles since early in her veterinary career. She spoke to JAVMA News about…
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No evidence pets can become ill with COVID-19 virus as it surges in US
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention officials see no evidence that the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 in people sickens pets or can spread to…
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FDA approves Zoetis’ multiple-parasite preventive
Zoetis received approval in February from the Food and Drug Administration for its new Simparica Trio, the first combination drug that protects dogs…
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Veterinarians among those charged in widespread horse doping scheme
Federal prosecutors have arrested several veterinarians, trainers, and other horse racing professionals on charges relating to systematic, covert…
The veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR)
The veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR) is the basis for interaction among veterinarians, clients, and patients and is critical to the…
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In Short
Aquarium cleaner death, anxiety in dogs, and more in the May 1 “In Short” section
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In Short
Specialties proposed, ranitidine drugs contaminated, national disease list drafted
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The importance of self-care during a pandemic
For many, life feels like it’s been put on hold as the world deals with the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s OK to worry about yourself and loved ones, but you…
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FDA guide helps drug companies report shortages
In May, agency officials published guidance on why those companies should share information about the animal drug supply chain and what details…
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In Short
AVMA joins well-being group, horse sedative approved, electronic health certificates allowed
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Guiding drug use, changing practices
When veterinarians are considering how to treat infections, AVMA officials hope a new report will help bring a panel of experts into the room. And…
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Convention presenters dispense cannabis updates
Presentations on the research and regulations concerning the use of cannabis in veterinary medicine will be offered throughout the AVMA Virtual…
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Explore cannabis topics in depth with experts
AVMA's first-ever symposium on veterinary cannabis will provide a 360-degree perspective, presented directly by key leaders in research, practice and…