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Jorgensen Laboratories introduces the Pet Mitt, a brown-colored disposable glove that is 18-inches long and shaped like a mitten.

Nutramax introduces Oxstrin, a veterinary exclusive oxidative stress inhibitor with super oxide dismutase (SOD) complex.

Intervet Inc. licensed the exclusive rights to a new veterinary West Nile virus vaccine technology from Acambis, a company with expertise in discovering, developing and manufacturing human vaccines to prevent and treat infectious diseases.

Washington - Dr. Michael Chaddock, head of AVMA's Washington bureau, resigned following a dispute with Executive Vice President Dr. Bruce Little over what Chaddock claims were "irregular hiring practices" for an assistant director position. AVMA disputes Chaddock's account.

Datum Filing Systems introduces Rigid Rak, a new series of wall-mounted racks, free-standing racks, wardrobes, coat hooks, hook panels and other closet accessories for the veterinary office.

Fort Collins, Colo. - A study led by Colorado State University (CSU) researcher Ken Olson shows that mosquitoes can be genetically engineered to be weapons against infectious diseases.

Lifelearn introduces the release of the second edition of the Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Manual.

Smart Pak Equine introduces the SmartCare? veterinary partnership program.

Merck & Co. Inc. and Merial Limited introduce the Ninth Edition of the Merck Veterinary Manual online at www.merckvetmanual.com.

Novartis introduces Vira Shield? 6+L5, the only inactivated viral vaccine available in combination with L. hardjo-bovis.

Novartis introduces Vetsuite? software tools, an integrated package of veterinary software tools from Intelligent Content Corp.

IDEXX Computer Systems, a division of IDEXX Laboratories, announces the availability of an enhanced version of its practice-management software Cornerstone 6.2. The company says the update incorporates many customer sought-after changes in form and function, including enhancements to the Compliance Assessment Tool for measuring, managing and improving patient wellness programs and support for the newly integrated CareCredit No Interest Payment Plan.

Shaw and Todd introduce the Sartorius Extended Series balances that meet the most demanding weighing protocols but are easy to use.

Novartis introduces Vetspon, absorbable hemostatic gelatin sponges.

Andis Company introduces the improved Power Groom? clipper, 20 percent lighter and 15 percent faster than before, the company says.

Jorgensen Laboratories introduces Surgicutt?, a bleeding time device for evaluating primary hemostatic disorders of platelets and vessel-wall function.

Merial and Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Inc. announced a partnership between the Merial? Surehealth? Calf Preconditioning Program and IMI Global, an industry leader in technology solutions.

Global Autoclave Compliance LLC offers autoclave monitoring and documentation of sterilization effectiveness through biological spore testing.

IDEXX Computer Systems, a division of IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. introduces VetVault?, an automated backup and recovery service which simplifies daily workflows, provides a secure way to protect practice records, and ensures business continuity in the event of a power outage or other service interruption.

Conferences in 10 years are going to be 75-percent female, and "we have to be very sensitive to attract them."

Montgomery, Ala. - The traceback has begun for the cohorts and offspring of the third cow in the United States confirmed to have bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE).

Jorgensen Laboratories introduces the OB sleeve, a glove that gives additional coverage to the whole shoulder and underarm area.

Bluegrass Equine Products Inc. introduces the Deluxe Equine Slipper, developed to aid in treating, medicating and protecting the equine hoof.

The vast majority of veterinarians are basically saying that they are safe.

ECB Equine Ltd. introduces the equine cold-water spa, a cold-salt hydrotherapy that assists in the treatment of a wide range of injuries and conditions, including tendonitis, arthritis, sore shins, open wounds, infections and general skin conditions.

This is an idea we use in our veterinary hospital whenever the chorus of complaints rise from staff and doctor. It is a good way to address complaints, such as, "The instruments need cleaning, and two people are standing around doing nothing."

St. Charles, Mo. ? Royal Canin Veterinary Diet? launched a new line of dental diets for dogs and cats to help prevent dental plaque and tartar formation.

Bayer introduces its reminder program targeted to pet owners in need of scheduling a veterinary appointment or a medication refill alert for their pets.

Andis Company introduces two sets of universal clipper blades for grooming.

Acumed Medical introduces ETPS 1000, a hand-held, portable device that locates acupuncture/trigger points and stimulates with concentrated direct current (DC) impulses.