3 Must-reads on veterinary staff shortages

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Staff shortages have been plaguing veterinary medicine as we still continue to face the repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic and influx of pet patients. That's why we have spotlighted 3 articles on recent initatives to help address this crisis.

From the American Association of Equine Practitioners's new commission to fight the equine veterinarian shortage to a glimmer of hope with an increase in veterinary school applications—there's something for everyone. Happy reading!

1. AAEP addresses equine veterinary shortage: The organization has formed a Commission on Equine Veterinary Sustainability to help combat the shortage of equine veterinarians globally.
2. The human-animal bond linked to better health outcomes for pets: In this episode of dvm360® Live!™, Dr Adam Christman, our chief veterinary officer, touches upon how recent record-breaking veterinary school applications signals potential relief for staffing shortages.
3. Bill addressing veterinary shortage in Arizona signed into law: The bill will address the veterinary shortage in the state by providing incentives to keep veterinarians working within Arizona. Learn more.