Stopping Nipah Before It Spreads: What Veterinarians Should Know About Spillover Risk
A recent Nipah virus outbreak in India has once again put global health experts on alert and sparked renewed conversations about how diseases move from animals to people. While the situation appears contained, the virus remains a high-priority concern because of its severe outcomes, lack of treatment options, and pandemic potential.
New World Screwworm Update: What the CDC Wants Veterinarians Need to Know
Mexico. Caused by the larvae of Cochliomyia hominivorax, these maggots invade open wounds and feed on living tissue, creating painful, foul-smelling lesions that can rapidly worsen. If not identified and treated early, infestations can lead to extensive tissue destruction, secondary infection, and even death.
Zoetis Introduces First Commercial Genetic Predictions for BRD to Support Stronger, Healthier Beef Herds
Zoetis Inc. has announced the launch of new bovine respiratory disease (BRD) genetic predictions through its INHERIT® platform, giving cattle producers a new tool to build more resilient and productive beef herds. The innovation allows both commercial cow-calf operators and seedstock producers to evaluate animals based on genetic indicators tied to BRD health and survival for the first time.
PRN® Pharmacal Celebrates First Veterinary Technician Award Winner and Opens Nominations for Next Honoree
PRN® Pharmacal, a leader in developing targeted treatments for chronic conditions in cats, dogs, and horses, is recognizing the vital contributions of veterinary technicians through its Veterinary Technician Awards program, highlighting professionals who demonstrate exceptional skill, compassion, and dedication to patient care.
Terramed Real Estate Launches TerraGives to Increase Vet Care in Underserved Communities
Terramed Real Estate Solutions, a real estate group specializing in veterinary properties, has launched TerraGives, a corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative that focuses on building and supporting facilities in communities where structural barriers make it difficult to deliver essential care.
Research Indicates Therapy Dog Interventions Reduce Loneliness
The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) announced results of a randomized clinical trial that indicate the presence of a therapy dog contributes to greater immediate improvement in loneliness for psychiatric inpatients than visits from another person, or standard care alone. This study, published in Frontiers in Psychiatry, was conducted by Dr. Nancy Gee, Director for the Center for Human-Animal Interaction at Virginia Commonwealth University, and colleagues.