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Military veterinarians engaged in Operation Iraqi Freedom
Posted on April 15, 2003 They care for the working dogs that heighten security for U.S. soldiers in Iraq. They monitor the safety of the food and…
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Raising global veterinary standards
The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) hosted a conference this past December during which 23 recommendations
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Abstracts invited on emerging, infectious diseases
The International Conference on Emerging Infectious Diseases invite the submission of abstracts for presentation
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A profession at the crossroads?
Veterinarians apply their expertise in a range of fields, often with little recognition.
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Protecting service members from long-term harm
Dr. R. Craig Postlewaite has been working to identify hazards that could cause long-term harm to military members deployed outside the U.S.
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Cat transmits TB to humans in UK
Two United Kingdom residents developed tuberculosis after contact with a domesticated cat infected with Mycobacterium bovis
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Veterinary use of thalidomide forbidden by FDA
The Food and Drug Administration restricts the distribution of thalidomide to registered physicians for prescription.
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Board appoints liaisons
The AVMA Board of Directors, while meeting Sept. 4-5, appointed liaisons to represent the AVMA
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The votes are in
In Denver, the House of Delegates filled vacancies on AVMA councils and the House Advisory Committee.
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Extralabel use of phenylbutazone banned in dairy cattle
Posted on April 1, 2003 The Food and Drug Administration has issued an order prohibiting extralabel use of phenylbutazone (animal and human drugs)…
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AVMA accolades
During the AVMA Annual Convention this July in Denver, the AVMA conferred awards on a number of individuals
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Work continues to fight emerging pandemic threats in Africa, Southeast Asia
U.S. Agency for International Development’s new Emerging Pandemic Threats 2 program continues to fight emerging pandemic threats in Africa, Southeast…
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Veterinarians the 'first line of defense' in biologic attack
Posted on May 1, 2003 AVMA, AAVMC letter seeks educational resources on biodefense for veterinarians The AVMA and Association of American…
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APHIS: West Nile virus vaccine safe for use
The Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has looked into alleged problems in pregnant, vaccinated mares
Seek Advice on Backyard Poultry
Advice for small animal veterinarians who are asked to provide veterinary care for backyard poultry flocks. Relates to backyard poultry resource.
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Monitoring antimicrobial susceptibility of animal pathogens
For the past two years, researchers have been collecting bacterial isolates from animal species in various states.
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Canada wraps up BSE investigation
Posted on September 15, 2003 Canada wraps up investigationGovernment officials implement new cattle processing restrictions, examine other policy…
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Ruling gives FDA discretion in drug withdrawals
An appellate court overturned a ruling that would have made federal drug authorities start proceedings to withdraw some antimicrobial uses in…
Transporting Livestock
Thousands of livestock animals are transported every day across the U.S. When considering interstate or international travel for your livestock, plan…
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OIE: Too few countries follow international BSE guidelines
The Office International des Epizooties issued a statement in October saying the major trade disruptions caused by recent
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Animal welfare positions on cattle branding, veal calf welfare refined
The Executive Board approved a revised version of the position statement on "Branding of Mexican Cattle
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West Nile virus warning system
Posted on August 1, 2003 Scientists set out to build a West Nile virus warning system To develop a warning system for potential West Nile…
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Foundation to fund agriculture research
A nonprofit organization created by the federal government is expected to fund agriculture research through private donations.
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FDA seeking comments for industry guidance on raw meat animal food
The draft guidance is a response to increased use of raw meat food by owners of companion and noncompanion animals
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Preparing pets for a terrorist attack: Tips for clients
Each year, devastating disasters, including tornadoes and hazardous material spills, force individuals to evacuate their homes.