Meet the Trailblazer Shaping the Future of Veterinary Medicine: Dr. Ashley Mounts Takes the Helm at Lyon College
In a groundbreaking appointment, Dr. Ashley Mounts has been named the new Dean of Clinical Programs at the esteemed Lyon College School of Veterinary Medicine. This pivotal role places Dr. Mounts at the forefront of veterinary education, where her expertise and innovative vision are set to revolutionize the field.
Are We Testing Wrong? Surprising Truth About Fecal Occult Blood Tests Revealed!
In a novel veterinary study, researchers set out to uncover two key aspects of canine and feline health testing. Firstly, they investigated whether the method of fecal sample collection (naturally voided versus obtained via digital rectal examination) influenced the outcomes of fecal occult blood tests (FOBTs) in dogs. Secondly, they aimed to determine the effectiveness of human fecal hemoglobin immunochemical tests in detecting blood in dog and cat samples.
Veterinary drug newly found in illicit opioid supply resistant to naloxone
A recent publication in the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ) highlights critical information regarding xylazine, a veterinary drug increasingly found in the illicit opioid market. The article, accessible via CMAJ, emphasizes the challenges and dangers associated with xylazine contamination in opioids, particularly given the lack of an effective antidote.
Uncover the Secret Life of a Tuskegee Vet Student: From Dawn Yoga to Midnight Studies - Gabriella Turnipseed Reveals All!
Hello! I'm Gabriella Turnipseed, a veterinary student at Tuskegee University. My days are a whirlwind of learning, self-care, and a deep-seated passion for veterinary medicine. Let me walk you through a typical day in my life, balancing the rigors of academia with personal wellbeing.
Senate Unanimously Passes Historic Bill to Protect America's Four-Legged Heroes!
In a rare display of bipartisan unity, the U.S. Senate has recently passed its first bill of 2024, the Working Dog Health and Welfare Act, with unanimous support. This significant piece of legislation, which now moves to the House for consideration, represents a major victory for both American security and animal welfare.
Veterinarians on Alert: The Alarming Rise of a Fatal 'Zombie Deer Disease
In a startling development, hunters across North America are unwittingly finding themselves on the front lines of a public health threat due to chronic wasting disease (CWD), a rapidly spreading and always fatal neurological condition affecting deer. Infectious disease experts are raising alarms about the potential risks of this disease, which is caused by misfolded proteins called prions and currently known to infect only members of the cervid family, including elk, deer, reindeer, caribou, and moose.