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One Health legislation: The need is clear
As discussions about another economic stimulus package continue, attention also is focused on public health matters – including the importance of One…
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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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Report identifies antimicrobial-resistant pathogens impacting animal health
A new report on antimicrobial-resistant pathogens and their impact on animal health is now available for AVMA members to download.
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Capitol Hill briefing raises One Health awareness
More than 100 Capitol Hill lawmakers and staff attended an AVMA-hosted educational briefing on a new biosafety facility that will study important…
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Veterinarian-sponsored dog importation bill introduced in Congress
This week, the Healthy Dog Importation Act was introduced in Congress to ensure that all dogs entering the country are healthy and not at risk to…
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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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AVMA COE to examine DEI language in accreditation standards
A new working group is looking for ways to improve the diversity, equity, and inclusion language in the AVMA Council on Education's Standards of…
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Dr. Anthony Fauci to address AVMA Virtual Convention attendees
Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), will deliver a special video briefing about COVID-19…
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HEROES stimulus legislation introduced in House
On May 12, the House Majority released a COVID-19 stimulus package called the “Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act,” or the…
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Antimicrobial resistance: Slowing and limiting its emergence and spread
As a practice owner, I have been struck by the number of antimicrobial-resistant bacterial infections my team and I have seen in our patients.
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Monkeypox: New resource helps answer questions
Do you or your clients have questions about monkeypox? A new AVMA webpage provides science-based answers.
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NVSL reports SARS-CoV-2 test results on Pug
Tests conducted by the USDA National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) were unable to verify SARS-CoV-2 infection in a pet Pug in North…
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COVID-19: Resources for shelters, food animal veterinarians
Two new AVMA resources provide practical guidance for animal shelter personnel and food animal veterinarians during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Members named to veterinary DEI commission
AVMA and the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) have announced the members of the newly formed Commission for a Diverse,…
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CDC announces priorities for distributing COVID-19 vaccine
A new interim guide issued by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests that veterinary team members may have access to an…
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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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AVMA updates model document for rabies control laws
Previously known as the Model Rabies Control Ordinance, the document is a critical resource that helps state and local governments write or rewrite…
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COVID-19: Answering the call together
Your national association is working around the clock to develop guidance, resources, and information to support the veterinary community in these…
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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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Healthy reindeer cleared for takeoff
As the official veterinarian of the North Pole, AVMA President Dr. Lori Teller has given Santa’s reindeer the green light to fly! You can take a peek…
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Medically important antibiotics to move from OTC to Rx
By June 2023, all medically important antibiotics will require veterinary oversight to be used in animals, even if the animals are not intended for…
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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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‘Vet for a Day’ gives students an up-close look at veterinary medicine
For a group of high school students from Philadelphia and Newark, AVMA Convention 2022 delivered hands-on veterinary experience – plus a lot of great…
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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 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…