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In a recent article [ME Havig et al.: Evaluation of non-surgical treatment of atlantoaxial subluxation in dogs: 19 cases (1992-2001) in JAVMA, Vol. 227, No. 2, July 15, 2005], it was suggested that non-surgical treatment (neck-brace application) of acute atlantoaxial subluxation (AAS) carries a good long-term outcome in about 62 percent of the cases. The success rate of surgical treatment was cited as a 61-91 percent in the same paper.

Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc. introduces Prescription Diet? d/d? pet foods designed for pets with inflammatory skin conditions beyond those from adverse reactions to food.

Spectrum Surgical introduces the Barraquer (Colibri) Eye Speculum, a lightweight, autoclavable method of eye retraction.

Athens, Ga.— The critical issues facing veterinary education are endemic but not insurmountable, says Dr. Sheila Allen, who, was named to the permanent dean position of the University of Georgia's (UGA) College of Veterinary Medicine in early November.

Urbana, Ill. - Toxoplasmosis might be a greater risk to humans than what is perceived, according to a paper written by a University of Illinois (UI) DVM on subclinical effects of the parasite.

NJ Phillips Pty Ltd announces the release of the Trigger-Lock Syringe?. The control-released syringe is for use with injectable animal-health products.

Numberall introduces the Model 40B marking press for the veterinary office.

Hartz introduces VMX Pet Vantage Essentials, Speedy Groom Brush with peel-away cloths available for dogs and cats.

Vision USA introduces sport bifocal safety glasses available in three sizes.

Matthews Cremation introduces the Faithful Forever Pet Loss Care program.

The Kid Angel Foundation introduces Koodels for pets' comfort.

Jorgensen Laboratories introduces the Eye Shield and Face Shield for routine veterinary dental work.

Early recognition is crucial to prevent the advancement of the disease.

Cape Cod, Mass. — A Massachusetts veterinarian will receive at least $225,000 stemming from a libel suit against the Boston Herald for a 1995 article accusing the DVM of malpractice.

It seemed that everyone in the little town of Vetville had gone crazy. Arnie wanted nothing to do with them.

Intervet introduces Power-Dose parasite control kit for equines.

Peer review is essential to ensuring the accuracy, thoroughness, and suitability of the articles that appear in Veterinary Medicine. We thank the following people who reviewed papers in 2005.

National Report — For the first time in history, scientists could be on the forefront of predicting an influenza pandemic.

Novartis announces the purchase of Denagard? (tiamulin), a broad-spectrum swine antibiotic for control and treatment of certain swine bacterial diseases.

Sacramento, Calif. - New powers proposed for registered veterinary technicians (RVTs) have the California Veterinary Medical Assocation (CVMA) squarely opposed.

Washington — The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) turned up the political chatter against high-volume breeders in testimony before the U.S. Senate.

LOS ANGELES - 12/01/05 - Los Angeles Superior Court Judge James Bascue declared yesterday a West Hollywood declaw ban to be unlawful, invalid and unenforceable.

Orlando, Fla. — While the eighth storm to hit Florida in the past 14 months spared businesses and residents massive structural damage, practitioners say the lack of electricity put a significant dent in their wallets.

Securos announces the release of new limited contact implants.

Philadelphia — Dr. Joan Hendricks likens her trip toward the University of Pennsylvania's veterinary school deanship to an "emotional roller coaster."

Ithaca, N.Y. — The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) plans to release a new version of its vaccines guidelines, not updated since 2000.

KENILWORTH, N.J. - 11/30/05 - Schering-Plough Animal Health Corp. has donated $50,000 to the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) to support the group's Veterinary Medical Assistance Teams (VMATs).

NATIONAL REPORT - 11/28/05 - Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has made the description of dogs' cranial nerves (CN) possible and the detection of lesions affecting those nerves easier to detect, according to a study published in the journal Veterinary Radiology and Ultrasound.

WASHINGTON - 11/23/05 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture placed an interim ban on poultry imports from British Columbia (BC) following a positive test for a low-pathogenic form of H5 avian influenza.

SHAWNEE, KAN. - 11/18/05 - PBS's "Nature" series will feature on Sunday the storied rescue efforts of animals stranded in Katrina's wake.