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Being Black in a white profession

“We all have experienced white clients who didn’t want us treating their pets,” said Dr. Michael Blackwell about the realities for Blac...

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Pet owner placing a flea and tick collar on a dog

Seresto collars come under greater scrutiny

Recent adverse event reports from pet owners related to a popular brand of flea and tick collars have gained national attention. The manufacturer has defended the collars as safe and effective, and veterinary experts say they have seen no cause for alarm. Federal regulators remind the public that incident reports do not necessarily show a product was the cause of harm.
2021 SAVMA Executive Board virtual meeting

SAVMA Symposium goes to Kansas, virtually

The 51st annual Student AVMA Symposium, a four-day event held mid-March, included over 90 lectures, competitions, a meeting of the SAVMA House of Delegates, and the installation of a new SAVMA Executive Board.
Hidayah and Sammy

SAVMA president to elevate other voices

Hidayah Martinez-Jaka spoke with JAVMA News about her plans for her year as Student AVMA president, being a part of the most diverse SAVMA Executive Board in history, and why she’s involved in organized veterinary medicine.
Stressed vet student working from home

AAVMC sessions highlight student anxiety, the overvaluing of resiliency

More efforts are needed to address well-being among veterinary students, interns, and residents; the American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges is aiming to increase its efforts.
Veterinarians working in a dairy barn

AVMA hosts new online community for veterinary faculty members

The AVMA Online Educator Community is a space for veterinary faculty members to interact, access resources, contribute to discussion topics, and communicate directly with the AVMA.
Black Angus cattle

Updated Ag Guide expands on pain management

The Ag Guide is a primary reference for agricultural animal care at research institutions, and recent updates strengthen calls for use of pain management during painful husbandry procedures, as well as encourage people to reduce use of procedures that cause pain.

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Third COVID relief bill helps veterinarians

AVMA celebrating what pets have meant to people during pandemic

$6M donation creates cardiology, orthopedic positions at Colorado State

Sullivan wins seat on AVMA Board

Burned dog treated with spray-on skin cells

Global associations create principles of collegiality

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Correction

The article “Retailers see benefits in offering veterinary telehealth” in the April 1, 2021, issue of JAVMA News, incorrectly reported that Chewy, the online pet food and product company, is owned by PetSmart. Chewy recently separated from PetSmart and operates independently of the company.

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