Veterinarians CRUSHED by Student Loan Cuts—Is Your Future in Jeopardy?
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Veterinarians CRUSHED by Student Loan Cuts—Is Your Future in Jeopardy?

House Republicans on Tuesday successfully passed a budget resolution that paves the way for trillions of dollars in tax cuts, which lawmakers hope to offset with significant reductions in federal spending. The move allows lawmakers to proceed with plans to draft legislation that would cut up to $330 billion in education-related spending, in part by slashing federal student loan forgiveness and repayment plan programs.

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Emerging Zoonotic Threat? Mystery Illness in Congo Raises Concerns for Veterinary and Medical Experts
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Emerging Zoonotic Threat? Mystery Illness in Congo Raises Concerns for Veterinary and Medical Experts

A recent outbreak of an unidentified hemorrhagic fever in northwestern Congo has drawn global attention, particularly from veterinarians, epidemiologists, and public health officials concerned about zoonotic disease transmission. The illness, first detected in three children who consumed a bat, has resulted in over 50 fatalities within just five weeks, with a rapid disease progression leading to death within 48 hours in most cases.

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Rat bait proving lethal to endangered Australian species
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Rat bait proving lethal to endangered Australian species

Rat and mouse baits commonly used around the home and in the workplace could potentially wipe out as many as nine species of endangered Australian marsupial carnivores, including the iconic Tasmanian Devil and all of Australia’s quoll species, new research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has found.rat

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Starting Your First Vet Practice? These Game-Changing Programs Will Save You Time, Money, and Stress!
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Starting Your First Vet Practice? These Game-Changing Programs Will Save You Time, Money, and Stress!

Opening your first veterinary practice is a dream come true for many veterinarians. It’s a chance to build something from the ground up, create a unique culture, and serve your community in a way that aligns with your values. But let’s be real—it’s also a daunting task. From securing financing to designing the clinic, hiring staff, and marketing your services, the to-do list can feel overwhelming.

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Arterial Blood Gas and Electrolyte Analysis Predicts Survival in Horses with Colic
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Arterial Blood Gas and Electrolyte Analysis Predicts Survival in Horses with Colic

A recent study evaluated whether arterial blood samples taken upon admission could predict survival to hospital discharge for horses presenting with colic. The study, which included 358 horses undergoing medical or surgical management for colic, analyzed several blood parameters, including pH, oxygen levels (PaO2), carbon dioxide (PaCO2), electrolytes, and anion gaps, across different types of colic lesions.

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