Regulatory
Lawmakers aim to combat zoonotic disease with new One Health law
The bipartisan bill would improve public health preparedness and bolster the effectiveness and efficiency of the U.S. governments response to emergencies.
FDA targets peas, lentils, potatoes in investigation of grain-free diets and DCM
Agency looks for links between certain ingredients, specific brands and veterinarian-diagnosed cardiac issues in the 500-plus case reports it has received.
Will the government forgive your veterinary student loan debt?
A primer on Public Service Loan Forgiveness from the AVMA Econ team.
A drugs life: How David Bruyettes biotech startup is changing the way veterinary products come to market
Anivive Lifesciences starts with unmet therapeutic needs and employs high-tech research methods to identify compounds that could meet those needs.
Texas cat-killing veterinarian loses state Supreme Court appeal
The Texas Supreme Court has reaffirmed the decision to hold Kristen Lindsey, DVM, accountable for her actions in 2015 that left a cat dead and sparked international outrage.
Racing surface at Santa Anita likely contributed to 25 equine deaths
Catastrophic injuries peaked in late February and March 2019; veterinarians point to multiple factors, call for further investigation.
Nebraska Legislature considering tax on veterinary services
Governor holds press conference at VCA hospital in Omaha objecting to proposed bill.
FDA announces plans for ongoing evaluation of cannabis products
Passage of the 2018 Farm Bill and growing consumer interest in cannabis and cannabis-derived products have prompted the FDA to redouble its efforts to protect public health.
Taxpayer-funded kitten slaughter to end, USDA says
Controversial government research has come to a grinding halt, thanks to a watchdog group.
Understanding the recent hedgehog Salmonella outbreak
Hedgehogs are so cute that they can make you sick, literally. Here's what the CDC wants you (and your veterinary clients) to know.