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New York - On June 21, one of the nation's most widely circulated newspapers featured a full-page advertisement accusing the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) of harming animals.

AmericanPostcardArt.com, Inc. restores vintage postcards, which are digitally enlarged, restored and republished as art prints. Postcards are dated as far back as 1904, says Liz Coursen of AmericanPostcardArt.com.

ITASCA, ILL.-Equine Data Systems International, Inc. (EDSI) purchased the Equine Data Management Software (EDMS) and all of its related materials.

This creates a huge need for structured training if a practice wants to continue to practice progressive medicine.

Public Health Information Services (PHIS), Inc., has announced the availability of a new version of the Pain Gauge?.

Med-Vet International announces the release of two new non-absorbable sutures from Oasis Medical.

You will further help your own cause by helping your client stay in business.

SCHAUMBURG, ILL.-Dr. James Peddie is leaving his post as American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) treasurer as well as his teaching position at a california community college.

Blackwell Publishing presents the third-edition of Pathogenesis of Bacterial Infections in Animals, which consolidates the knowledge of more than 20 experts on pathogenesis of animal diseases caused by various species or groups of bacteria.

W.F. Young, Inc., marketers of the Absorbine line of animal healthcare products, announces the launch of gallon bottles for Absorbine Veterinary Liniment, the company's flagship product.

The Ag-Tek? Divison of Kane Enterprises introduces a new obstetrical lubricant. E-Z Lube? is a non-spermicidal water-soluble, all-purpose lubricating gel.

Madison, Wis.-In an effort to speed up research on disease-causing pathogens, including ones that could be used as biological weapons, scientists at the University of Wisconsin-Madison (UW-Madison) will team with an information technology company, SRA International, Inc. to build an online publicly accessible library of data on these infectious agents and their genomes, the university reports.

Both associations encourage actions to help resolve massive problem

Jorgensen Laboratories, Inc., introduces the Slim Lite line of radiographic viewing equipment.

Reminder cards are available for use in the veterinary industry through ImproMed, Inc., and can be sent in minutes, the company says.

Impromed released "Medical Records Forms" in its newest continuing education series.

Impromed introduces the Patient Identification Card. As another Infinity exclusive, the care provides veterinarians with a new marketing tool usd to provide name recognition and promote customer loyalty.

Another client, Al Truistic, wanted to know why veterinarians don't spay all strays “for the good of the animals.”

Mosquito Halt? repellent spray for horses repels and kills mosquitoes and provides a quick knockdown and residual control against mosquitoes, the company says.

Jorgensen Laboratories, Inc., introduces the orthopedic surgical pack.

DENVER-The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) formed a task force to develop standard diagnostic codes for the veterinary profession.

SCHAUMBURG, ILL - A public relations battle plaguing the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) peaked last month when a full-page advertisement in the New York Times accused the nation's largest veterinary organization's of harming animals.

The succession of a veterinary practice to new ownership rests in much more than the opinion of an appraiser.

Great investments generate 100 percent of purchase price in one year in revenue

NEW YORK- A new equine influenza vaccine has updated the equine influenza isolate in the United States.

SAN FRANCISCO-California Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) delegates have been charged with sending a message to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA): oppose the forced molting of layer hens.

Veterinary Dynamics presents a new plasma product to veterinarians in California.

DermaPet? introduces its patented protected antigen treat designed to neutralize stomach odors and freshen breath.

CINCINNATI - Tachycardic dogs are no longer sentenced to a compromised life of medication and limitation. A breakthrough procedure, called ablation therapy, removes abnormal pathways and the need for drugs.

Otitis externa is an inflammatory condition with or without concurrent infection and is the most common dermatological disease in a busy veterinary practice. Thus it is the most common claim forwarded to veterinary insurance companies. For the most part, the majority of cases are simple, and treatment clears the disease in a few days.