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| Veterinary Medicine Update |  |  | | |  | - Cornell simulation center preps students for real emergencies
The new Veterinary Simulation Center at Cornell University's College of Veterinary Medicine provides students the opportunity to practice and develop confidence in the emergency and critical care skills needed during a pet medical emergency. The center began with a robotic dog created by Cornell veterinarian Daniel Fletcher, who designed it after human robotic models, and has grown into its own space including exam rooms and observation areas. "Working with the robotic pet models in the simulation center helps students bridge the gap between learning in the classroom and working on actual patients," Dr. Fletcher said. The Cornell Daily Sun (Cornell University) (1/29)      - Bully dog snacks loaded with calories, may contain bacteria
Dog treats known as pizzle sticks or bully sticks, made from bull or steer penis tissue, were found to be packed with calories and some were contaminated with bacteria, according to a study led by veterinarian Lisa Freeman of Tufts University's Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine. "While calorie information isn't currently required on pet treats or most pet foods, these findings reinforce that veterinarians and pet owners need to be aware of pet treats like these bully sticks as a source of calories in a dog's diet," Dr. Freeman said. Bacteria found on the treats include Clostridium difficile, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and E. coli. U.S. News & World Report/HealthDay News (1/28)  | Every day you grow more valuable to your patients…and your family.
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- The stages of dental disease: From mild to irreversible
Pet dental disease progresses through four stages from mild disease to severe gum disease that may be irreversible, writes veterinarian Karen Dye. Preventing dental disease is the best option for maintaining oral health, notes Dr. Dye. Thorough dental cleanings under general anesthesia are necessary to fully evaluate all oral structures, clean the teeth above and below the gum line, and apply antibiotics and extract teeth if needed in advanced cases. The Culpeper Star-Exponent (Va.) (1/28) - Canine cancer patients might one day help humans
Veterinarians and other scientists have been studying canine cancer patients' DNA to identify mutations involved in several types of cancer, many of which also affect humans, such as lymphoma and osteosarcoma. The findings will likely lead to better diagnostics and treatments for animals and humans alike. "The key to unlocking some of nature's most perplexing puzzles in human health has actually stood right next to us, wagging its tail," said Matthew Breen, a genomics professor at North Carolina State University's College of Veterinary Medicine. Santa Cruz Sentinel (Calif.) (1/27)  | Ten Effective Habits of Indispensable IT Departments
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 - Veterinarians work to help address women's health concern
The Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association has teamed up with a cancer organization to raise awareness about ovarian cancer via the new Veterinary Outreach Program. The often comfortable relationship between pet owners and veterinarians means owners may share personal health concerns with their veterinarian, who can then direct clients to resources, said veterinarian Kurt Klepitsch, the first member of the project. "This is an exciting program that we feel is quite natural given that human health and animal health are inseparable and are tied together," said AVMA CEO Dr. Ron DeHaven, who noted at the launch of the program that his own family had been touched by ovarian cancer. The Beacon News (Aurora, Ill.) (1/28)  | Buyer's Guide for Modern Project Teams
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 - Saving the Whole Family
Does your family's emergency plan include your animals? Planning and preparation are critical when it comes to protecting the health of your family, pets and livestock. AVMA's Saving the Whole Family booklet includes detailed information on assembling emergency kits and plans for a wide variety of animal species. The booklet can be ordered in packets of 25 or downloaded for free as a pdf from the AVMA's website.
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