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| Veterinary Medicine Update |  |  | | |  | - U. of Ariz. considers building veterinary school
To address the shortage of veterinarians in Arizona, particularly in rural areas, the University of Arizona is considering building a veterinary school. Midwestern University, a private institution, already allocated $90 million to build a veterinary school in Arizona to address the state's veterinary shortage. The American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges estimates that nationwide over the next two decades, there will be a shortage of 15,000 veterinarians, something that the government says puts food safety at risk and threatens monitoring of zoonotic diseases. American City Business Journals/Phoenix (9/26)      - Salamanders studied for clues to tissue regeneration
Studying the genes of the Mexican aquatic salamander known as axolotl, researchers found important clues about tissue regeneration including two proteins that inhibit transposable elements, migrating DNA sequences that interfere with regeneration, thus promoting tissue regeneration. "What we learn may eventually lead to new methods for treating human conditions, such as wound healing and regeneration of simple tissues," said senior author Tony Hunter. The researchers note that limb regeneration is complex and may not be possible in humans, but understanding the process could lead to breakthroughs in the treatment of human degenerative diseases. RedOrbit (9/26) - Laminitis linked to more general inflammation in horses
Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine researchers studied horses with and without laminitis, finding higher blood levels of the anti-inflammatory molecule apolipoprotein A-IV (APOA-IV) in animals with laminitis compared to those without the condition. APOA-IV, an appetite regulator and anti-inflammatory protein, is generated by the small intestine, and the association with laminitis suggests generalized inflammation may play a role in the condition. PhysOrg.com (9/26) - Great Dane dies from flesh-eating bacterial infection
Nikita, a 6-year-old Great Dane, died last week from an infection with invasive Group A Streptococcus that she may have contracted through a contaminated wound, but her case is not related to three human cases confirmed at Wyoming's Campbell County Memorial Hospital, according to veterinarian Darren Lynde, who was involved in Nikita's treatment. Necrotizing fasciitis is rare in animals. "I've done this for 20 years and never seen this particular situation and probably never will again," said Dr. Lynde. San Francisco Chronicle/The Associated Press (9/26)  | Crazy Marketing Projects? Meet AtTask.
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 - Pet obesity: Serious but curable
Although pet obesity can lead to health problems including arthritis and diabetes, Tufts University veterinarian Lisa Freeman points out that it is a condition that can be cured. In this article, veterinarian Lidja Gillmeister explains the steps her clinic takes to guide owners through pet weight loss, including a thorough initial physical exam, weight assessment, diet and exercise plans, and regular weight checks. Obesity can be prevented, Dr. Gillmeister adds, noting that a healthy diet and adequate exercise will usually suffice. La Jolla (Calif.) Light (9/26)  | The Publix Gift Card - The Perfect Gift for Everyone!
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