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| Veterinary Medicine Update |  |  | | - U. of Tenn. veterinary center wraps up state-of-the-art expansion
The University of Tennessee's $20.9 million expansion of its Veterinary Medical Center is nearly complete. The facility offers an Equine and Large Animal Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, an Orthopedic Diagnostic Center, a state-of-the art imaging center with spiral CT scan capabilities for large and small animals, and new space for its ambulatory field service. "What we want to do is have the facilities so people won't have to drive three or four hours to other facilities," said veterinarian Steve Adair, an associate professor of equine surgery. "Everything they need will be here at the University of Tennessee." WBIR-TV (Knoxville, Tenn.) (9/19)      - Veterinarians on the front lines against zoonosis transmission
Veterinarians' role in preventing transmission of zoonotic disease from animals at petting zoos, fairs and even the classroom extends beyond maintaining the health of the animals, according to the authors of a recent paper published in Zoonoses and Public Health. Veterinarians must also educate workers and visitors about zoonotic diseases and monitor the conditions and people to help prevent disease transmission. "Veterinarians are the front line of defense when it comes to zoonotic disease transmission," says study co-author Gonzalo Erdozain of Kansas State University. BovineVetOnline.com (9/19) - Snake venom could be source of new human medicines
Venom from some snakes may be useful in developing new treatments for people with certain cardiovascular and neurological diseases, according to new research. The study found that some lizards and snakes "reclaim" toxins, using them constructively in other areas of their body. "The venom gland of snakes appears to be a melting pot for evolving new functions for molecules," said researcher Nicholas Casewell. BBC (9/18)  | Get More with The Business Platinum Card from American Express OPEN. EARN 25,000 MEMBERSHIP REWARDS® POINTS by spending $5,000 in the first 3 months of Card membership†.
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  - Tips for exercising your cat
Obesity is a problem in U.S. cats, writes veterinarian Ann Hohenhaus, who notes that research shows that indoor cats, those who don't get enough exercise and cats who have constant access to food are most at risk for obesity. Dr. Hohenhaus uses her own kitten to demonstrate several activities that will get cats moving and help them stay trim. WebMD/Tales from the Pet Clinic blog (9/19) - Dementia service dog improves life of Alzheimer's patient
Rick Phelps, who has early-onset Alzheimer's disease, says his 14-month-old, specially trained dementia service dog, Sam, is "opening up doors I couldn't open up" by helping draw attention to the illness while easing everyday tasks for him. Sam, a German shepherd, helps Phelps locate his car in parking lots, reminds him to apply his medication patch and notifies him when he leaves the stove on or the car running. But Phelps says the best thing Sam provides is unconditional love and a confidence boost. Coshocton Tribune (Ohio) (9/18)  |  |  | | What Sets Financial Markets Leaders Apart?
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 - 5 ways to make social media work for you
Social media marketing may be the best friend of your small business, but not without a strategy for using it, writes Ilana Bercovitz. Her other advice: Make sure you respond quickly to queries or comments made via social media, add relevant, fresh content, and don't be heavy-handed with self-promotion. Small Business Trends (9/19)  | The AVMA Veterinary Career Center (VCC) has the candidates and jobs you need to Find the Right Fit for your veterinary, veterinary technician, veterinary hospital manager and other team position needs. Come to www.avma.org/vcc to get started. |
| Association News | | | | - The October 1 issue of JAVMA News is available online
News and feature articles about the veterinary profession and animal health are available online for free from the twice-monthly Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association. Read the October 1 JAVMA News.
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