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Click on the links below to read the latest news on the AVMA's disaster preparedness activities.
AVMA Veterinary Medical Assistance Teams take on state needs
May 15, 2008
JAVMA News
The AVMA Veterinary Medical Assistance Team program received the go-ahead from the Executive Board to move in a new direction, focusing on disaster preparedness and response activities at the state level. [more]
A new understanding for handling disaster
April 1, 2008
JAVMA News
A new memorandum clarifies the roles of the AVMA Veterinary Medical Assistance Teams during disasters and other emergencies. [more]
AVMA, HHS reach agreement on roles in emergency response
February 19, 2008
AVMA News Express
The AVMA has signed a new memorandum of understanding with the Department of Health and Human Services regarding the roles of each in delivering veterinary services during emergencies. [more]
Read Frequently Asked Questions regarding the AVMA VMAT program.
 Additional information on the VMAT program can be found at http://www.avma.org/disaster/vmat/default.asp.
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