Immune system markers could unleash personalized veterinary care for dogs
New research, published in ImmunoHorizons, paves the way for more personalized veterinary care for dogs that could help dog owners make informed decisions that keep their pets healthier longer. The researchers identified patterns in markers of the immune system that are specific to both individual dogs and breeds of dog. Together these patterns could help develop simple blood tests to inform treatment and diagnostic decisions.
U.S. confirms nation's first travel-associated human screwworm case connected to Central American outbreak
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has confirmed the nation’s first travel-associated case of New World screwworm in a human, linked to the ongoing outbreak in Central America, according to a statement provided to Reuters.
Zoetis Expands Virtual Laboratory with 24/7 VitalRADS® Teleradiology Service
Zoetis Inc., the world’s leading animal health company, has partnered with VitalRADS – a comprehensive teleradiology service – to expand its diagnostics platform, the Zoetis Virtual Laboratory. The partnership brings the expertise of board-certified veterinary specialists directly into clinics through a fully integrated, cloud-based diagnostic platform available 24/7 year-round.
Royal Canin Busts Common Myths on National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day
In honor of National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day, Royal Canin is urging cat owners to schedule their pets’ annual wellness exams and debunking persistent myths that prevent cats from receiving essential veterinary care.
ISVMA Celebrates Veterinary Profession Title Protection Law
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has signed House Bill 3360 into law, strengthening occupational title protections for veterinary professionals in the state. The legislation specifically safeguards the professional titles of Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVTs), ensuring their hard-earned credentials are legally recognized.
WOAH sounds alarm on New World screwworm expansion
The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) is sounding the alarm as New World screwworm (Cochliomyia hominivorax) continues to spread across Central America. Since its resurgence in Panama in June 2023, the parasitic fly has been detected in Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Mexico, with over 20,000 new outbreaks reported in WOAH’s information system.