Penn Scientists Just Supercharged mRNA Vaccines—And It Could Be a Game-Changer for Cancer, COVID, and Beyond
What if one tweak to a vaccine could make it last longer, hit harder, and work better across more people? That’s exactly what a team of researchers at Penn Vet, Penn Medicine, and CHOP may have unlocked with their latest study—by boosting mRNA vaccines with a powerful immune molecule called IL-12.
AI Is Taking Over Vet Med—And BMC Wants Your Research
Artificial intelligence isn’t just transforming human healthcare—it’s shaking up veterinary medicine too. From supercharged diagnostics to smart practice management, AI is becoming a game-changer for animal care. And now, BMC Veterinary Research is putting out the call for researchers to help define what comes next.
Bird Flu Strikes Again: Fourth Arizona Poultry Farm Hit with Avian Influenza
The avian influenza outbreak in Maricopa County, Arizona, has now reached a fourth commercial poultry farm. The latest affected site—dubbed Maricopa 05—was flagged through routine surveillance testing on June 4, 2025, before any birds showed clinical signs of illness.
New Elanco Report Reveals Scope of Dog Itch Epidemic—and Urges Cost-Effective Solutions
A newly released report by Elanco Animal Health sheds light on an increasingly common issue in pet care: canine itch. According to the data, nearly 9 out of 10 dog owners in the U.S. report that their pet has experienced itchiness in the past year, with seasonal allergies and environmental triggers like pollen playing a major role in flare-ups.
Brazil Opens Bird Flu Vaccination Debate Amid First Commercial Outbreak
In response to Brazil's first confirmed avian influenza outbreak on a commercial poultry farm, Agriculture Minister Carlos Favaro is calling for a global discussion on bird flu vaccination—a topic with major implications for global poultry trade and animal health policy.
Colorado's Veterinary Workforce Just Got a Major Change with New VPA Law
On May 30, 2025, Governor Jared Polis signed HB25-1285 into law, officially establishing the role of the Veterinary Professional Associate (VPA). This new mid-level veterinary position is designed to work under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian, with the goal of increasing access to care and addressing workforce challenges. The law takes effect on January 1, 2026.