The best exam we almost never do—and why we shouldApril 2, 2020One of the best ways to support your practice team and show them you care is to provide their pets with the best exams possible.
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Covetrus completes $110-million sale of diagnostics subsidiaryApril 2, 2020Animal health technology company Covetrus has finalized its divestment of its Scil Animal Care business to Heska Corp., in a deal totaling $110 million.
Recalled human anti-ulcer drug used in veterinary medicineApril 2, 2020A human anti-ulcer drug also used in veterinary medicine has been recalled by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) after the agency discovered it might contain unsafe levels of a probable human carcinogen.
Reduce pet-to-pet contact, shelters warnedApril 1, 2020Veterinarians working in shelter medicine should practice extra caution to help ensure the safety of humans and pets amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Incorporating telemedicine in the age of COVID-19April 1, 2020With the novel coronavirus and the need for social distancing defining our existence today, veterinarians must get creative and adapt because this won't be a one-month headache. Instead, how we reduce our direct and indirect contact with clients and their pets will serve as a defining moment for our profession. Telemedicine is one tool many veterinarians have turned to as a way to continue to assess and treat patients, while keeping staff safe. The need is real. On March 15, the American Veterinary Medicine Association (AVMA) published guidelines regarding the use of telemedicine as a method of practicing social distancing. And just a few days ago, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) temporarily lifted some of its federal requirements for telemedicine. Several digital platforms have emerged for assessing household pets' health symptoms and providing other clinical data; recommending options; and enabling pet owners to alert and correspond with their veterinarian. While telemedicine isn't meant to replace clinical exams, it does allow veterinarians to assess and treat their patients while keeping themselves, their staff, and their clients safe. For practitioners mulling telemedicine for the first time, consider the following tips: Look for a telemedicine platform, of which there are several, …
COVID Council webinar addresses animal health concernsApril 1, 2020Several animal health advocacy groups have joined forces to form the COVID Council, aimed at keeping veterinarians informed about the global impact of the virus on the pet industry.
Cannabis and its role in the endocannabinoid biomeMarch 31, 2020With the recent interest and rapid growth of the cannabis industry, an understanding of the ECB is the first step toward developing a foundation in cannabis science.
Telemedicine provider's footprint expands with partnershipMarch 31, 2020A new partnership between a B2B telehealth company, Petriage, and Miller Veterinary Supply, a wholesale distributor, emphasizes the increased demand for connected care services in the animal health industry.
Biopharma company sells feline weight-loss med for $43MMarch 31, 2020A mirtazapine transdermal ointment, used for the management of weight loss in cats, has just changed pharmaceutical hands in a multimillion dollar deal.
Tips for purchasing your first therapy laserMarch 30, 2020Here are the lessons I learned that you might find useful if you’re on the verge of bringing laser therapy into your practice.
