Purina Helping Veterinarians Help Animals
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Purina Helping Veterinarians Help Animals

Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets has announced the initiation of the Pro Plan Veterinary Support Mission, a groundbreaking endeavor aimed at alleviating common challenges faced by veterinary professionals in their practice. In a significant first step, the initiative has pledged a substantial donation of $1 million to the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) REACH program. This program provides grants to veterinarians offering essential pet care services to owners undergoing financial difficulties.

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Veterinary Mental Health Revolution: Groundbreaking Study Shows Unprecedented Positive Trends Post-Pandemic!
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Veterinary Mental Health Revolution: Groundbreaking Study Shows Unprecedented Positive Trends Post-Pandemic!

Increase in Mental Health Resources for ProfessionalsAlmost three-quarters of veterinary professionals express personal satisfaction with their career, but there are still factors they are concerned about, including high exhaustion, work-life balance, and shortage of vets, all of which can contribute to a feeling of burnout. Results indicate that more veterinarians who needed mental health support received outpatient treatment and counseling for mental health challenges in 2023. Moreover, there has been a substantial increase in clinics supporting their team's mental health and emotional wellbeing, with results showing that 38% of clinics now offer an employee assistance program (EAP) as opposed to 31% in 2021 and 27% in 2019.

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Dr. Michael Bailey brings the swagger

Dive into the captivating journey of Dr. Michael Bailey, a veterinary radiologist who defied odds, overcame dyslexia, and aspires to lead the AVMA. Join "21 Questions with Dr. Jill" as we explore triumph over adversity and visionary leadership in veterinary medicine.

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Breaking News: Illinois veterinarian triumphs as 2023-24 AVMA President-Elect! Click to discover her journey to success!

Meta Tag Summary: Dr. Sandra Faeh of River Forest, Illinois, emerges as the victorious candidate in the AVMA House of Delegates election, securing the coveted position of 2023-24 AVMA president-elect. Learn about her inspiring journey from a small animal hospital owner to Chief Veterinary Officer for National Veterinary Associates (NVA) and how she plans to tackle the challenges and seize opportunities for the veterinary community. Don't miss this exclusive story!

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