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News|Videos|May 3, 2020
News wrap-up: COVID-19 headlines, plus exciting learning opportunities amid pandemic
Author(s)Erica Tricarico, Managing Editor
Check out this week's top COVID-19 news.
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Although the curve appears to be flattening, COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc in the U.S. and much of the world. That's why we're dedicated to keeping you updated with the latest news about the virus and how its impacting the veterinary industry.
View the video below for this week's top COVID-19 headlines:
A North Carolina pug named Winston , is believed to be the first dog in the U.S. to test positive for SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.- About a month ago we reported that
Nadia, a four-year-old tiger at the Bronx Zoo tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 . The Wildlife Conservation Society recently reported thatsix additional symptomatic tigers and lions at the zoo have tested positive for the virus , as did an asymptomatic tiger. - dvm360 is thrilled to announce that
we have officially launched our online CE Center , created to help you continue learning during the pandemic and beyond!
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