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Powdered glove ban takes effect
Federal health officials have banned powdered gloves intended for use in surgery or examinations as well as absorbable powders
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Powdered medical gloves could be banned
Powdered gloves intended for use in surgery or examinations could be banned to guard against inflammation, allergic reactions, and infections.
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Veterinarian-jockey breaks the mold on and off the racetrack
Dr. Ferrin Peterson has always wanted to ride the winning horse at the Kentucky Derby, and she has never been closer than now to achieving her dream.…
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AVMA pledges to 'vigorously defend' against expanding scope of practice
Broadening nonveterinarians' scope of practice would compromise the quality of veterinary care, thus threatening animal and public health, according…
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The hidden curriculum
Every veterinarian knows there’s much more to the job than being able to diagnose, treat, prescribe, and perform surgery.
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Chewy to open veterinary practices in Florida, Colorado
Chewy will be opening a handful of veterinary clinics in 2024, starting in South Florida and Denver. The company is launching the practices under the…
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Study finds fingernail length, not nail polish, increases bacterial counts
Nail polish does not increase bacterial counts, but nail length does, according to a study of surgical personnel at a veterinary teaching hospital.
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American Animal Hospital Association
Members of the American Animal Hospital Association presented awards during Connexity by AAHA, Sept. 12-14, in Indianapolis.
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Free webinar on surviving the school-to-practice transition
Transitioning from veterinary school to practice is exciting, but it can also be scary and confusing.
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Richardson, others recognized for contributions
Michigan veterinarian Dr. John H. Richardson received the AAHA's highest
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Veterinarian hospitalized 104 days because of COVID-19, complications
Dr. David Fell had to relearn basic tasks such as walking and sitting up after contracting COVID-19 this past November. Despite his long road to…
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AVMA seeks nominations for 2004 awards
Awards recognize contributions to veterinary organizations, animal welfare, research, and public health
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Study looks at how veterinarians cope with patient death
A study has looked at the stated thoughts and reactions of veterinarians who work in shelters and spay-neuter clinics
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Birds of a feather
The field of avian medicine has grown by leaps and bounds in recent years. Pet bird ownership has dropped by almost half over the past two decades
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Veterinary clinics adapt to new normal
Most jurisdictions recognize veterinary practices as essential and are allowing them to operate during the COVID-19 pandemic sweeping the world, but…
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Ableism in veterinary medicine
Veterinary colleges have made efforts to reduce barriers for people with disabilities in veterinary education, but discrimination against and a lack…
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Ditching the blame game: Effectively responding to medical errors
A session on veterinary medical errors at the 2023 Student AVMA (SAVMA) Symposium discussed what the most common errors are, the importance of…
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Project supports food animal veterinarians in Texas, New Mexico
Texas A&M University AgriLife faculty members are laying the groundwork for a network of rural veterinarians to provide education and assistance to…
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Curiosity can lead to discovery: Embracing neurodiversity
A new learning module from Journey for Teams thoughtfully delves into the diversity of brain functions, highlighting the distinct benefits and…
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Access to lethal means looked at to lower veterinary suicide rate
Researchers say changes needed to prevent diversion of euthanasia drug
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Incoming AAEP president born into the business
Dr. Berk spoke with JAVMA News about his background, his presidency plans, and the challenges ahead for the AAEP.
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AAEP looking for evidence-based solutions
The American Association of Equine Practitioners may not have all the answers, but its members have been attempting to learn more about the issues…
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AVMA convention attendees stay plugged in
AVMA Virtual Convention 2021, held July 29-Aug. 1, took place online for the second year in a row because of the COVID-19 pandemic and offered the…
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A blueprint for veterinary spaces
JAVMA News spoke with several architects and veterinarians about hospital and clinic design trends and how the COVID-19 pandemic may have accelerated…
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Pandemic takes global toll on profession
Dr. Carol Liew, a veterinarian in Singapore, described the COVID-19 pandemic as turning the world upside down, “posing one of the greatest challenges…