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Swine vets asked to report H1N1 suspicions to state officials

November 19, 2009

National Report -- The American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV) is asking veterinarians to reach out to state health officials first if they suspect an H1N1 outbreak in a swine herd.

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One Health Commission Summit set for tomorrow in D.C.

November 16, 2009

Washington, D.C -- Private and public health experts will meet tomorrow morning in in Washington, D.C., to identify the obstacles standing in the way of moving the One Health initiative forward.

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Horse organizations endorse new equine welfare code

November 15, 2009

National Report -- Six major equine organizations have endorsed a new equine welfare code, according to the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA).

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AVMA Web site answers H1N1 questions for veterinarians, pet owners

November 9, 2009

Schaumburg, Ill. -- The American Veterinary Medical Association has made new information available on its Web site for veterinarians and pet owners who have questions about H1N1 influenza in light of recent detection of the virus in an Iowa cat.

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H1N1 influenza confirmed in Iowa cat

November 4, 2009

The first documented case of H1N1 flu in a cat was confirmed Nov. 4.

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ACVS residents receive awards for manuscripts, scientific research

November 1, 2009

Germantown, Md. -- The American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) honored several surgical residents for publication in Veterinary Surgery and for presentation of scientific research in poster format and at the Residents' Forum.

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AAEP to host 12th resort symposium in Costa Rica

November 1, 2009

Lexington, Ky. -- Lectures on equine lameness, neurologic disease and performance examinations will be offered in a tropical setting during the American Association of Equine Practitioners' (AAEP) 12th annual Resort Symposium Jan. 24-26 in Costa Rica.

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Competition looms, but so do opportunities

November 1, 2009

On the eve of his departure from AAHA after 23 years, Dr. John Albers predicts increasing competition from Internet pharmacies and alternative therapies, but sees other opportunities for veterinarians.

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Racehorse health is AAEP's 'Ask the Vet' topic for November

October 31, 2009

Lexington, Ky. -- Veterinarians who specialize in the care of racehorses will answer questions on that topic during November as part of the American Association of Equine Practitioners' (AAEP) "Ask the Vet" online discussion.

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