Council on Public Health
The Council on Public Health provides expert advice and consultation on issues related to safeguarding animal and public health.
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Policy emphasizes public health education
The AVMA Council on Public Health and Regulatory Veterinary Medicine believes that continuing education in public health
Publicity tools for National Pet Dental Health Month
Publicize your good work and boost client visits by getting the word out about National Pet Dental Health Month and your activities and promotions.
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Board acts on public health, regulatory medicine-related recommendations
The Executive Board took a number of actions on recommendation from the Council on Public Health and Regulatory Veterinary Medicine, including…
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Board updates public health policies, practitioners advisory committee charge
Earlier this year, the AVMA Board of Directors voted on changes to policies on public health matters, including tuberculosis, brucellosis, and…
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Public health careers on display for veterinary students at CDC event
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hosted the 2019 Veterinary Student Day seminar Jan. 13-14 at its headquarters in Atlanta.
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Vroegindewey honored with public service award
Dr. Gary A. Vroegindewey was recognized with the AVMA Public Service Award at a reception July 17 following the AVMA Global Health Summit at AVMA…
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AVMA recognizes importance of public practice veterinarians
The National Association of Federal Veterinarians (NAFV) introduced the resolution “New Policy on Recruiting and Retaining Public Practice…
Promotional marketing for National Pet Dental Health Month
Even with limited marketing resources, there are simple steps you can take to generate publicity and excitement for National Pet Dental Health Month…
Pet dental health toolkit
Do your clients know how important dental care is to their pet's health? Use these tools to educate and encourage them to schedule the exams,…
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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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Taking mental health in a positive direction
For the past few years, the veterinary profession has increasingly studied and grappled with how it is affected by certain mental health issues,…
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Association advocates ‘one health’ to White House
The AVMA sent a letter to the White House in March advocating a one-health approach in addressing zoonotic diseases.
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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…
Celebrate National Pet Dental Health Month in your clinic
Pet Dental Health Month creates opportunities to educate pet owners about the importance of dental care and oral health.
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Streamline Pet Dental Health Month with AVMA tools
February is National Pet Dental Health Month. AVMA’s pet dental health toolkit is available free of charge to all AVMA members and will let you…
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AVMA offers resources for Pet Dental Health Month 2023
The AVMA has developed a variety of resources for National Pet Dental Health Month in February that also are available year-round to promote dental…
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New videos explain and demystify pet dental health
How are you celebrating National Pet Dental Health Month? AVMA's toolkit is packed with practical resources that help you spread the word about the…
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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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AVMA tools help you celebrate Pet Dental Health Month
February is National Pet Dental Health Month, and AVMA's free toolkit will help get your practice ready.
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Bill would increase health screening for dog importation
Citing data from the CDC, an AVMA announcement indicates less than 1% of the million-plus dogs entering the U.S. each year are inspected for rabies,…
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Brakke study: Pet health product sales migrate to online sources
About 31% of pet owners are sourcing at least some of their pet health products online, according to a new study from Brakke Consulting Inc.
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AVMA Animal Health Studies Database reaches 5 years, 500 listings
This June, the AVMA Animal Health Studies Database is marking the fifth anniversary of its launch. The AAHSD also recently surpassed 500 listings of…
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Panel takes One Health approach to combating antimicrobial resistance
The executive director of the Presidential Advisory Council on Combating Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria (PACCARB) briefed the AVMA House of Delegates…
Council on Research
The Council on Research advises the AVMA Board of Directors on scientific research and discovery as a veterinary career path, and its role in…