Research collaboration takes ‘one health’ approach to study Chagas disease exposure, treatment effectiveness
A team of researchers at Texas A&M University and the University of Georgia (UGA) has received more than $4 million from federal and non-governmental organizations to support research on Chagas disease prevalence, diagnostics and treatment to benefit both dogs and humans.
New film series 'The Deadly Five' highlights global animal infectious diseases
The EU-funded WiLiMan-ID project (https://www.wiliman-id.eu/) is excited to announce the launch of a brand-new short film series, The Deadly Five. This series is aimed at raising awareness of five critical animal infectious diseases, classified as high priority. Each film in the series focuses on a different disease and the experts studying and fighting them, highlighting the risks each disease poses to animal and public health, as well as the strategies being developed to mitigate their impact.
How This Violinist and Mom of Two Went from Performing with Beyoncé to Pursuing Her Dream as a Veterinarian
Amanda Lo McGregor, a professional violinist turned veterinary student, is pursuing her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) at Western University with a focus on exotic animal care, wildlife conservation, and practice ownership. A New York native now in Los Angeles, Amanda has performed alongside stars like Beyoncé and Ed Sheeran. She balances her studies with family life and a passion for music, inspired by her mentor’s advice to master the basics and always seek joy. This article explores Amanda’s journey from concert stages to veterinary clinics and her vision for the future.
Defying Odds: How Vet Student and Mom, Ashley Oppermann, Merges Motherhood with Veterinary Medicine
In Madison, Wisconsin, Ashley Oppermann, a third-year veterinary student at UW-Madison, begins her day much like any other student. But Ashley is not just any student – she is a mother, a wife, and a dreamer who's breaking barriers and redefining what it means to be a veterinary student in today's demanding world.
How This Vet School Mum Juggles 3 Kids, Vet School, and Still Finds Time to Read—Her Secret Revealed!
Imagine balancing the intensity of vet school with the demands of raising three kids. Sounds like an impossible task, right? Well, for Jessica Soanes, second-year veterinary student at the University of Lancaster, it’s just another day in the life of a supermum in training.
When she’s not knee-deep in anatomy notes or practicals, she’s juggling homework sessions, family dinners, and school runs. But don’t let that fool you—Jessica’s story is about much more than surviving the chaos. It’s about thriving in it and finding joy in every challenge.
The Future of Veterinary Neurology Is Now—and It Has Swagger
This edition spotlights three groundbreaking veterinary neurologists who are doing more than practicing medicine—they’re reshaping the future of the profession with brilliance, boldness, and undeniable presence. Meet Dr. Philip Cohen (Connecticut), Dr. Gaemia Tracy (Pennsylvania), and Dr. Richard Joseph (New York), each bringing their own brand of leadership, innovation, and insight to the specialty.