News

Securos introduces a line of surgical headlights in fiber optic and solid-state options.

VetCare Veterinary Supplies introduces the new VetSet, IV administration sets that are designed and manufactured for veterinary use

ImproMed releases the Infinity Tablet PC for inventory control.

Sharn Veterinary Inc. offers the Cardell? MultiModel 9403 Multiparameter Veterinary Monitor.

Jorgensen Laboratories, Inc. introduces the SurgiClose? Skin stapler system.

Wysong Corp. introduces E-Biotic?, a highly palatable sprinkle-on formulation designed to ensure the presence of nutrients commonly lacking in rations.

The QuickReference Guide by Susan Gunn complements QuickBooks in Your Practice Workbooks.

Derungs Medical Lighting introduces the functional Halux 50 SX gooseneck halogen light featuring a flexible, yet sturdy gooseneck for accurate positioning for a myriad of healthcare requirements.

SolidTech received licenses to produce and sell three cattle vaccine products.

Atlanta-Gov. Sonny Perdue issued a proclamation making May 4 Veterinarian Day in the state. The proclamation was declared to honor veterinary professionals and show support for the philanthropic work of the Georgia Veterinary Medical Association (GVMA) Foundation.

ReproTec Inc introduces the ReproTest for Bulls - Chute Side Test for Fertility Associated Antigen (FAA).

Pedigree Perfection offers Cool Down Capes for dogs.

Synbiotics Corp. announces USDA-approval of its Witness HW canine heartworm antigen test kit. The heartworm test rejoins Synbiotics' Witness line of veterinary products that includes the Witness Relaxin pregnancy test for dogs and cats.

Spectrum Surgical Instruments introduces a new line of atraumatic tissue forceps for small animal surgery.

The University of Georgia's Glass Horse Project introduces a new CD entitled "Elements of the Equine Distal Limb."

Intelligent Content Corp. relaunches the VetPlace VetLocator with a new look, expanded search capabilities and improved visibility across all major Internet search engines.

Dairies now have the ability to locate quality dairy heifer growers via the Internet.

Washington-The Department of Labor has revised the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), applying new law likely to affect 6.7 million salaried workers, including those in the veterinary profession.

ProLabs? Ltd. introduces UriCon? chewable tablets in a new size. The tablets contain phenylpropanolamine hydrochloride (PPA), the most commonly prescribed treatment for urethral sphincter mechanism incontinence in female dogs, the company says.

The Ag-Tek? division of Kane Enterprises, Inc., introduces Surgicryl?, a braided PGA absorbable synthetic suture in foil packs.

Autac, Inc., a leading manufacturer of retractile cords, offers its thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) cords for a variety of veterinary applications.

VetLife received Food and Drug Administration approval for Component TE-IS and IH with Tylan to the cattle market.

IMEX? Veterinary, Inc. introduces suture anchors designed to be screwed into bone and act as insertion points for sutures used in reconstruction of ligaments, joint capsules and tendons.

InformaVet's Medical Management Software, ALIS-VET, now includes auto tracking of patient medical compliance through a unique Smart List System.

PetLabs360 introduces Shed No More for Dogs and Shed No More Plus Hairball Control for Cats.

Dr. Jan Bellows, a boarded veterinary dentist, has authored a new text entitled "Small Animal Dental Equipment, Materials and Techniques: A Primer" from Blackwell Publishing.

Sedecal USA, Inc., introduces an "all-in-one" fluoroscopy and X-ray unit designed for veterinarians.

Crosstex International, manufacturers infection control, single-use disposable products for the healthcare profession, adds cotton-tipped applicators to its Advantage line of products.