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News-wrap up: This week's veterinary headlines, plus the conclusion of National Veterinary Technician Week
Author(s)dvm360 Staff
Check out this week's highlights.
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As National Veterinary Technician Week comes to a close, we continue to provide you with the latest (and greatest) industry news and coverage.
Here's a look at this week's headlines:
- In a video interview, Melissa Evans, LVT, CVT, VTS (EEC), explained the
endocrine pancreas’ function , plus its effect on diabetes. - The Morris Animal Foundation has funded researchers to analyze the
impact of passing boats on dolphins’ behavior and stress levels , striving to ultimately better protect these sea animals. - Selecting the
ideal telemedicine or virtual care platform for your veterinary practice is simplified with this detailed review. - Karen Roach, RVT, VTS (ECC), offered insightful tips for technicians on
enhancing phlebotomy skills to maximize successful blood draws. - iVET360 debuted its
free veterinary recruiting and hiring toolkit to assist practice and hiring managers with each stage of this process.
Stay tuned on social media and dvm360.com for more veterinary news.
Editors note: All veterinary technician content for this month is supported by Banfield Pet Hospital.
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