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AVMA voices veterinary needs to FDA about cannabis products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) should provide regulatory clarity about expectations for the labeling, safety, and use of cannabis-derived…
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Farm bill delivers victory for veterinary medicine
The nation’s new farm bill creates critical programs to improve animal health and enhance the nation’s ability to prevent and respond to animal…
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Amoxicillin: Will a human drug shortage affect veterinarians?
A shortage of some amoxicillin products used in human medicine could affect veterinarians who use the drugs in an extra-label manner. No shortage of…
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June webinars: Cannabis use and the state of the equine profession
Cannabis is becoming increasingly available for human recreational and medical use. Should veterinary practices monitor staff use of marijuana and…
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Law improves veterinary access to FDA-approved drugs
Veterinarians received good news from Washington recently: lawmakers passed the Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2018 (H.R.…
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AVMA working group helps navigate opioid abuse epidemic
An AVMA working group has taken up the task of providing needed information to help veterinary professionals contribute productively to the national…
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DEA provides update on opioid shortage
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) released a statement last week on the ongoing opioid shortages affecting both human and veterinary…
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Registration is open! Secure your spot at AVMA Virtual Convention 2021
Join us for four days of inspiration, conversation, and education taught by the best and brightest in veterinary medicine. AVMA Virtual Convention…
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What do the election results mean for veterinarians?
Last night, Democrats took control of the U.S. House of Representatives, and Republicans maintained control of the U.S. Senate. As with any change of…
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Congratulations are in order!
Two veterinarians and a former director of the California Veterinary Medical Association have been named as recipients of 2021 AVMA Excellence Awards…
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New FDA guidance addresses medically important antimicrobials
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released new guidance to facilitate veterinary oversight of all animal antimicrobial drugs considered…
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Taking on the world with O.A.R.
Jam band to headline concert at AVMA Convention 2018 If you haven’t already decided to join us in Denver for AVMA Convention 2018, here’s some news to…
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AVMA prepares response to FDA draft compounding guidance
Based on feedback from member veterinarians and other stakeholders, the AVMA has compiled a list of key points to share with the FDA in our formal…
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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…
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Opioid manufacturing quotas could limit access in 2020
Veterinary access to five Schedule II opioids could be reduced next year under a proposal by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to limit…
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Congressional offices consider making xylazine a controlled substance
With illicit xylazine increasingly showing up in street drugs that pose grave risks to human users, government policymakers are discussing making it a…
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AVMA Board meets with USDA official
AVMA’s Board of Directors met with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) under secretary for marketing and regulatory programs during last…
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Cannabis in veterinary practice: A clinical and legal update
Cannabis is a topic of high interest as a potential therapeutic agent for both people and animals. Veterinarians continue to field questions from…
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Learn how veterinary assistants can improve your practice
When it comes to running a successful and efficient veterinary practice, every team member counts. Using each person’s skills and education to the…
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Prescription mandates: new bill, same problems
For several consecutive congressional sessions, the AVMA has led the charge to defeat legislation that would require veterinarians to provide written…
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New webinar explores careers in veterinary industry
Have you ever considered a career in veterinary industry? A new on-demand webinar on AVMA Axon explores career opportunities in this field.
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Kudos! Veterinary researchers chosen to receive grants
Three veterinary researchers have been named recipients of research grants awarded by the American Veterinary Medical Foundation in partnership with…
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Registration is open for AVMA Convention 2019
Registration is now open for AVMA Convention 2019, and this is an event we’re sure you won’t want to miss. Join thousands of your colleagues and…
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Announcing AVMA Virtual Convention this summer
This summer we're hosting the first ever AVMA Virtual Convention August 20-22, 2020. Join colleagues from across the profession for three days of…
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Speaking up and making our voice heard
President’s Column: Dr. John de Jong Last month, I shared with you my commitment to advocate on behalf of the veterinary profession by engaging with…