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North Grafton, Mass.-Tufts University officials have succeeded in restoring $3.6 million in funds from the state of Massachusetts to the university's veterinary school following negotiations with the governor in early March.

ImproMed's new Infinity(r) practice management software combines versatile clinical support, scheduling and administrative functions into a single, easy-to-use practice management system, tailored to the needs of individual practices.

Oasis Medical introduces LiquiVet Tissue Adhesive and LiquiVet Rapid Tissue Adhesive.

Coastside Bio Resources announces the release of DermaSea? Oral, a nutritional supplement for canine and feline coat and skin.

The BSAVA Manual of Small Animal Ophthalmology, Second Edition, by Simon Peterson-Jones and Shiela Crispin, builds on the first edition.

Washington-The Foundation for Biomedical Research (FBR) has launched a public education campaign to promote the role research plays in advancing animal health.

Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Nurses by Jill Peterson will be released in October.

EVA-Vet is a digital dental imaging radiology system that produces high resolution and diagnostic quality images.

"Veterinary Nursing of Exotic Pets," by Simon Girling, provides the principles and applications of nursing exotic species seen in both general and specialty practices.

Harrisburg, Pa.-The state Supreme Court of Pennsylvania has changed its rules on professional liability lawsuits that may ultimately reduce the number of malpractice suits filed in the state.

Canine hyperadrenocorticism (HAC) is a common condition seen most frequently in middle aged to older dogs. The clinical signs and physical examination findings characteristic for the condition include polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia, abdominal distension, hepatomegaly and dermatologic changes such as bilaterally symmetrical alopecia. Affected dogs are prone to develop complications from the hypercortisolemia such as pyoderma, urinary tract infections, diabetes mellitus, proteinuric renal disease, and pulmonary thromboembolism.

Yuk-2e Anti-Lick Gel is now available in point-of-purchase display boxes that will hold nine blister cards containing 0.5-ounce tubes of Yuk-2e.

New Holstein and high-components breeds sire directories are available for dairy producers as they update mating programs for their herds.

The Practice of Evidence-Based Veterinary Medicine explains what evidence-based medicine is; details the methodologies involved and shows how this system can be applied to veterinary practice.

Sacramento, Calif.-As the California State Board of Pharmacy argues a legal loophole freeing the agency from controlling the dispensing of veterinary drugs, state veterinary leaders say pending legislation should tie the knot.

Deramaxx(tm) chewable tablets for dogs has a new label claim for the control of pain and inflammation associated with canine osteoarthritis (OA).

The Memoprint is a compact, non-invasive oscillometric blood pressure monitor with a built-in printer from Jorgensen Laboratories.

A new feline diet from Purina ONE uses the NutraSorb system with patent-pending technology to reduce the formation of hairballs.

IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. has the launched a second application to the HerdChek(r) Pseudorabies Virus gpI ELISA test kit for the detection of antibodies to pseudorabies virus (PRV) in swine serum.

Orlando ­Dr. Rick Sibbel of Ankeny, Iowa, was recently installed as the president of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV) at the association's annual meeting here.

Vetoquinol USA, Inc. recently launched Propalin, for the management of urinary incontinence in spayed dogs.

VetCentric introduces CpakHWPLUS, a single dose of Merial Heartgard? Plus mailed monthly to clients on behalf of their prescribing veterinarians.

Wedgewood Pharmacy announces the release of The Wedgewood Guide to Compounded Veterinary Medication.

Medical Engineering and Development, Inc. introduces new induction hoods for the avian and exotic market that reduce anesthetic gas use, the company says.

Bioanalytical Systems, Inc. introduces the CardioStore, a hand-held battery operated device that simultaneously monitors and records a patient?s ECG.

Nylabone? Chew & Brush? Dental Bone helps control plaque and tarter buildup, whitens teeth and freshens breath, the company says.

Washington-Some precautionary measures owners can take could aid in their pet's survival in the event of a biological or chemical attack, government officials report.

Vetstream, Inc. just released Vetstream? Felis a comprehensive, peer-reviewed feline clinical information source.

AVMA, AAVSB ask medical profession for credentialing tips in attempt to create autonomous standards for foreign graduates; some veterinary leaders resist

Client compliance is a thorny issue for many veterinary clinics. More often than not, once the client exits the clinic, any discharge instructions were left behind in the exam room. To compound matters, many veterinarians don't realize lack of compliance has reached such epidemic proportions, instead choosing to believe - without evidence - they service obedient pet owners.