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Antimicrobial resistance: AVMA takes steps to address a critical health issue
Antimicrobial use and antimicrobial resistance are hot issues in society right now, and protecting veterinarians’ access to these drugs that are…
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Observe Biomedical Research Awareness Day on April 19
Veterinarians play a key role in ensuring the health and welfare of all animals – including those used in research settings. On Thursday, April 19,…
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AVMA members arrive home from Antarctic expedition with renewed passion
It’s not every day that veterinarians have the opportunity to explore Antarctica, but that’s exactly what Drs. Elisa Harvey and Jill Lynn did earlier…
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Promoting antimicrobial stewardship for the betterment of society
President’s Column: Dr. Mike Topper Antimicrobial resistance is a growing health risk for animals and people. Preserving antimicrobial effectiveness,…
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Learn, help, get inspired: Applications open for next Reaching UP clinic
Are you interested in learning about and serving communities with limited access to veterinary care? Veterinarians and veterinary students can do both…
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Veterinary priorities included in House, Senate farm bills
In June, the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate passed their respective versions of the Farm Bill. AVMA has been working closely with…
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Media blitz with AVMA president brings veterinary expertise to the opioid discussion
With opioid issues top-of-mind for millions of Americans, the AVMA seized an opportunity to bring the veterinary perspective to the forefront in a…
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Antibiotic Awareness Week: New and updated resources for veterinarians
Antibiotics and other antimicrobials are critical tools to fight disease in both animals and people. Because veterinarians work at the intersection of…
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Global veterinary profession teams up against antimicrobial resistance
Joint statement outlines steps to support stewardship Antimicrobial resistance doesn’t recognize borders, and efforts to combat it need to cross…
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AVMA gives practitioners a voice in global meeting on antimicrobial resistance
A delegation led by the FDA is representing the United States in global discussions about antimicrobial resistance this week in South Korea, and the…
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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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Helping veterinarians play an active role in combating antimicrobial resistance
President’s Column: Dr. John de Jong Across our profession, whether at a veterinary conference or educational seminar or in a JAVMA article, we’ve all…
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March webinars: Spotlight on public and economic health
Veterinarians are involved in a broad spectrum of industries, disciplines, and specialties that make up veterinary medicine: private and corporate…
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AVMA president-elect represents U.S. veterinarians at two international events
More than 100 military veterinary personnel from 18 countries congregated in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany, for the International Military…
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One Health takes center stage at AVMA Convention
President’s Column: Dr. John de Jong As veterinarians, we recognize and uphold a duty to promote the health of all species and the many places in…
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Working for you, advancing animal health
Dr. John Howe takes his responsibility as AVMA president very seriously and looks forward to serving AVMA members throughout his tenure. Read his…
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AVMA champions One Health legislation in Congress
Veterinarians in Congress have introduced innovative legislation to promote the concept of One Health. AVMA is leading the charge to build support for…
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AVMA and partners host congressional briefings on One Health
The One Health concept gained ground in Washington when the AVMA and other groups hosted a pair of Capitol Hill briefings on its importance in…
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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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What do you need to know about coronavirus?
The new coronavirus that causes COVID-19 has public health officials on high alert across the United States. The AVMA is collecting information about…
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COVID-19 update emailed to AVMA members
AVMA is committed to provide useful guidance and reliable, factual information to help the veterinary community, veterinary practices, clients and…
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Veterinary practices should be designated essential businesses
As states grapple to confront COVID-19, AVMA urges authorities to recognize veterinary practices as essential businesses, and ensure veterinary access…
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Latest COVID-19 update emailed to our members
AVMA is committed to keeping the veterinary community informed during the COVID-19 emergency. Read the latest email update sent to AVMA members.
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Breaking news: Federal VCPR rules
The FDA has temporarily suspended enforcement of a portion of the federal VCPR requirements to facilitate veterinary telemedicine during the COVID-19…
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COVID-19 stimulus package signed into law
A sweeping COVID-19 relief package was approved by Congress and signed by the president Friday. Here are key provisions that matter to veterinary…