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| Veterinary Medicine Update |  |  | | |  | - Study IDs new fungal pathogen that affects cats, people
University of Sydney veterinarian Vanessa Barrs began investigating in 2006 after three cats presented with unusual infections that spread from the nasal cavity to create growths in the eye socket. After six years of research, Dr. Barrs and an international team of experts identified the fungus as Aspergillus felis, a newly identified species with the power to cause dangerous respiratory infections in people as well as cats. The pathogen may be confused with the more easily treated Aspergillus fumigatus, Dr. Barrs said. PhysOrg.com (6/18)      - Researchers dig deeper into MERS' animal origins
The deadly new coronavirus that has killed 33 people may have been circulating undetected for nearly a year before the first case was diagnosed in April 2012, according to researchers writing in The Lancet Infectious Diseases. MERS may have originated in bats and been transmitted to other animals before beginning to infect humans, according to a researcher. Bloomberg (6/16) - Fish farms in warmer waters are especially prone to disease
Fish farms in warmer climates may be particularly susceptible to outbreaks of skin flukes, salmon anemia and other diseases with the potential to decimate populations, according to research that looked at reports of fish farm disease outbreaks around the world. Diseases are difficult to control in water, and even farms at northern latitudes are susceptible to problems, posing concerns for food supplies. Experts said changes in climate could mean more problems for farms as temperatures rise. InsideScience.org (6/17)  | Join a community that can help you grow your business
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 - Protect your pets -- and yourself -- from tularemia
Keep cats indoors and make sure dogs have tick protection to guard against tularemia, a disease also known as rabbit fever that can spread between several species including humans, veterinarians caution. The bacterial disease, caused by Francisella tularensis, can be transmitted by contact with infected animals, contaminated drinking water and bites from ticks, fleas and other insects. ChicagoNow.com/Steve Dale's Pet World blog (6/17) - Veterinarian shares tips on home pet care
 All dogs shed, and pet owners can keep it under control with daily brushing, but fur coming out in clumps is a sign to seek medical attention, says veterinarian Brett Levitzke. Dr. Levitzke also offers tips on pain-free nail clipping and shares insights into fatty tumors. NBC News (6/17) - Veterinarian says he's still learning after 4 decades in practice
Veterinarian Larry Koehler, who worked on the staff at Jensen's Animal Hospital in Michigan even before attending veterinary school, is marking 40 years in practice and says he still finds his work engaging as veterinary medicine continues to advance. Dr. Koehler says one of his favorite aspects of his career is the connections he forms. "You not only develop a relationship with animals -- you develop a relationship with their owners as well," Dr. Koehler says. "It turned out to be a very rewarding experience, one I didn't much understand when I came to practice." Petoskey News-Review (Mich.) (6/17)  | If you had fleas—you'd want Activyl® too!
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| Association News | |  | | - Market research statistics from the AVMA
Looking for data on veterinary compensation, the finances of running a veterinary practice, pet ownership and demographics, veterinary employment or other issues related to the veterinary profession? The AVMA has a wide range of market research statistics available to you, including the recently released AVMA Report on Veterinary Compensation, AVMA Report on Veterinary Practice Business Measures, and the 2012 U.S. Pet Ownership & Demographics Sourcebook. Learn more about AVMA's market research statistics.
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