S4168, a bill introduced in the NJ Senate, would require licensure for veterinary technicians. New Jersey has not required licensure of veterinary technicians or other veterinary assistants, and the New
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Animal research crucial in COVID-19 vaccine development | Commentary by MATTHEW R. BAILEY
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GUEST COLUMNIST | Orlando Sentinel
ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED FEB 04, 2021 AT 6:00 AM
More than 32 million doses of coronavirus vaccine have been administered in the United States, according to…
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Updated COVID-19 Health and Safety Requirements for Veterinarians in New Jersey
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On November 2, 2020, the Acting Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs in New Jersey issued DCA Administrative Order No. 2020-20, ordering,
Veterinarians are authorized to provide the
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The Latest COVID-19 Victims: Mink and Mink Farmers
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According to AP news, Denmark has plans to cull its 15 million mink on all its mink farms, with promises to compensate farmers. Producing 40% of mink for the…
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The essential role of animal studies in expediating medical research to battle the COVID-19 pandemic
Animal studies have and will continue to serve an essential role in medical development and public and animal health. This stays true for the current global efforts to find treatments…
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How Covid-19 Has Gotten More Animal Owners To Consider Creating Pet Trusts
The rapid spread of the novel coronavirus (“COVID-19”) has sparked an interest in people all over the world to make sure their affairs are in order in case of sudden…
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Telemedicine for Veterinary Practices during COVID-19
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As the spread of COVID-19 continues to increase rapidly across the globe, there are still many uncertainties between the relationship of animals and the virus. The Centers for Disease Control…
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New Rule Published Governing Practice of Veterinary Medicine in New Jersey
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Administrative Order and Notice of Rule Adoption Pursuant To P.L. 2020, C. 18, dated June 18, 2020, was just sent to all veterinary licensees from the Acting Director…
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Protecting Animals and People from Potentially Infected Dogs Imported into the U.S.
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As reported by the National Animal Interest Alliance (NAIA), bill – H.R.6921 (the Healthy Dog Importation Act) – has been introduced in Congress that would require proper health screening of…
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A Cautionary Tale About COVID-19 and Animals
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We have heard conflicting reports about the potential spread of COVID-19 to and from people and animals, and between animals. Many government and industry officials have stated that there is…
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