During the November 20 SHIC/AASV webinar, Dr. Locke Karriker, AASV president-elect, provided an update on aspirin and sodium salicylate use in swine from a US regulatory perspective. Previously, the the U.S. Food and Drug Administration stated that aspirin use was of low regulatory concern, but due to its increased use in H5N1 affected dairy cattle, FDA […]
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Abstract: Evaluation of the diagnostic sensitivity and specificity of two pen-side tests for detecting African swine fever virus in experimentally infected pigs
Abstract: Evaluation of the diagnostic sensitivity and specificity of two pen-side tests for detecting African swine fever virus in experimentally infected pigs African swine fever virus (ASFV) has spread through many countries and regions worldwide, causing significant losses. Timely detection of ASFV-infected pigs is crucial for disease control. In this study, we assessed the performance […]
NPPC Celebrates Senate Passage of Beagle Brigade Act, Urges House Passage
The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) celebrated the U.S. Senate’s unanimous passage of S.759, the Beagle Brigade Act, which provides statutory authority and reliable funding to the National Detector Dog Training Center. “American agriculture relies on the National Detector Dog Training Center to prevent the introduction of foreign animal and plant diseases that would cripple our […]
Obituary: John Cunningham
The AASV is sad to learn of the passing of Dr. John Cunningham, a founding member of AASVP/V. Dr. John M. Cunningham, 79, of Elkader, Iowa, died peacefully on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at Maple Crest Manor in Fayette, Iowa. John Michael Cunningham was born on January 8, 1945, in Oelwein, Iowa to Michael Joseph […]
Internship: Summer Veterinary Internship Programs; Apply by Dec 1
The Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine (ISU CVM) is seeking veterinary student applicants for summer 2025 swine, bovine and poultry internship positions! Applications are due December 1, 2024 (late applications accepted but higher priority given to those received by December 1st). To apply: https://iastate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_80QAIGnQydgWAIu More information: https://vetmed.iastate.edu/vdpam/academics/summer-opportunities Note about summer availability – even if your university has classes […]
Abstract: Characterizing feral swine movement across the contiguous United States using neural networks and genetic data
Globalization has led to the frequent movement of species out of their native habitat. Some of these species become highly invasive and capable of profoundly altering invaded ecosystems. Feral swine (Sus scrofa × domesticus) are recognized as being among the most destructive invasive species, with populations established on all continents except Antarctica. Within the United […]
Holiday Travel and Need Something to Listen to? Download from AASV’s Audio Library
During the AASV Annual Meeting, veterinary students research a presenter’s topic, prepare questions, and interview conference speakers to gain additional information about their presentation topics. Each 5- to 15-minute audio interview is produced as an MP3 audio file. (Psst – students! Keep an eye out to sign up for the 2025 AASV Annual Meeting Podcasting!) […]
25 Years of Fighting Antimicrobial Resistance: AVMA’s Committee on Antimicrobials Leads the Way
Antimicrobial resistance has become an increasingly important topic globally. Every year, World Antimicrobial Awareness Week is celebrated November 18-24 to improve awareness and understanding of the issue and encourage best practices to reduce the further emergence and spread of antimicrobial resistance. In 2024, the theme remains “Preventing Antimicrobial Resistance Together.” Since its inception, the AVMA […]
Wellness Wednesday
Wellness Wednesday – Emotional Wellbeing Tip: Incorporate healthy animal interactions in your workplace. Maybe even a visit to the Aquarium of the Bay while in San Francisco at the 2025 AASV Annual Meeting! https://www.aquariumofthebay.org/
2025 CDC Veterinary Student Day
We are excited to announce that the 2025 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Veterinary Student Day will take place in-person at CDC headquarters in Atlanta, GA! CDC Vet Student Day is an opportunity to introduce students to careers in public health. 2025 CDC Veterinary Student Day Presented by the CDC Foundation with lead support […]