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EPS announces the TampAlerT? Security Envelope.

RADinfo Systems? introduces a new orthopedic templating software application, PowerPACS? e-Templating.

Vision USA introduces sport bifocal safety glasses available for safety and magnification needs, the company says.

Lee Biosolutions introduces anti-canine heartworm and anti-feline leukemia antibodies.

More than a year in the making, the 2006 American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) Feline Vaccine Advisory Panel Report is scheduled for publication in the Nov. 1 issue of the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association.

Welch Allyn introduces the MacroView? Veterinary Otoscope, a handheld otoscope with a longer, smaller-diameter specula that gives veterinarians deeper penetration and clearer views of the ear canal.

Henry Schein introduces the Ultima 250 Arm Mount Unit, a complete veterinary dental system that comes mounted on a 12-inch arm for a wall mount or pole mount to maximize workspace.

Bowie Manufacturing introduces the new Ultra-Light high frequesncy portable X-ray unit.

Henry Schein's Veterinary Division introduces Vetgate USA? to help practitioners better promote their services, increase compliance and improve communication with clients.

The Henry Schein Veterinary Division announces Prot?g? Ultrasonic Scaler Inserts, LED (light-emitting diode) technology.

Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc., (BIVI) announces the implementation of its monitoring assignment for global insight of circovirus disease (MAGIC) program, which will assist swine producers and veterinarians in identifying, assessing and monitoring several disease risk factors related to porcine circovirus associated diseases (PCVAD).

WESTBROOK, MAINE - IDEXX Laboratories introduces the Snap 4Dx Test an in-house test that lets veterinarians screen for heartworm, ehrlichiosis, Lyme disease and anaplasmosis.

PORTLAND, ORE. - FutureVet, an innovative new toolkit designed to help veterinarians talk with students about veterinary medicine, is available at cost to all veterinarians from Banfield Charitable Trust.

Murfreesboro, Tenn. - She was no stranger to major life change.

Dr. Robert M. Miller recounts one memorable Halloween and a sudden emergency visit.

Technik Technology introduces Hydro Physio? hydrotherapy systems for water-based, low-impact physiotherapy.

Spectrum Surgical Instruments Corp. introduces the Cross-Action Stifle Retractor with Speed Lock.

San Antonio - More than 4,000 practitioners are expected to ride into the American Association of Equine Practitioners (A?P) meeting at the 52nd Annual Convention, Dec. 2-6.

GREENSBORO, N.C. - Novartis Animal Health US, Inc. launched a novel nationwide initiative to get senior and arthritic canine patients up and playing.

As a veterinarian, you just never know what you are going to do each day.

Agroscan introduces five portable ultrasounds specifically adapted to each animal species.

Agri-Pro introduces a new line of cleaning products.

Violet Shade is one of my most colorful clients, and I mean that literally. Every time I try to explain something to her, she becomes so embarrassed that her face takes on a crimson glow. Such was the case when I tried to explain why her cat, Pansy, couldn't get pregnant.

Impromed introduces Infinity Mobile Edition, providing a portable and comprehensive solution to the veterinarian that practices out of the office.

DULUTH, GA. - Merial reports that its 1,000-dog Previcox (firocoxib) osteoarthritis trial in more than 100 veterinary hospitals adequately demonstrates the drug's efficacy and safety.

Nat A. White II, DVM, Dipl. ACVS, will present the Frank J. Milne State-of-the-Art lecture at the American Association of Equine Practitioners 52nd Annual Convention in San Antonio, Texas, on Dec. 4. Dr. White's lecture, "Equine Colic: A Real Pain in the Gut," will highlight the biology of equine colic and advances in its diagnosis and treatment. The lecture is sponsored by AAEP Educational Partner Platinum Performance and presented by the AAEP Foundation, Inc.

ST. LOUIS - Only 30 percent of pet owners schedule professional dental cleanings for their pets, yet four out of five owners in this group do so with a veterinary recommendation.

Scil Animal Care Co. announces a partnership with Braun Vet Care to introduce the Aesculap line of surgical motor systems to the United States.

SANTA CLARA, CALIF. - Lifescience Plus introduces Bloodstop? and Bloodstop iX?, a hemostatic gauze that controls bleeding instantly and faster than traditional gauze, the company says.

Kinetic introduces Oral HA Conquer to reduce joint swelling in horses.