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Author Archives: AASV Staff
November Domestic Swine Disease Monitoring Report Now Available
The Swine Health Information Center’s (SHIC) November Domestic Swine Disease Monitoring Report is available.
Phibro Animal Health Defends Safety and Use of Mecadox
The FDA, through its Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM), has taken two actions regarding Mecadox (carbadox), a drug marketed by Phibro Animal Health Corporation. Carbadox has been added to livestock feed since the 1970s to help combat diarrhea in young pigs.
Veterinary Students: Apply for Podcasting Opportunity by January 10
The American Association of Swine Veterinarians is once again providing an opportunity for 30 students to earn $200 each at the 2024 AASV Annual Meeting in Nashville, Tennessee by conducting a recorded interview of an AASV speaker for podcasting. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to expand your knowledge and get to know a respected swine industry professional on a one-to-one basis.
Leadership Opportunity: AASV District Director
Have you ever considered serving the AASV in a governing role? Or is there a member you would like to see in a leadership position within AASV? Take note: very soon, nominations for the office of AASV District Director will be sought in FIVE AASV districts. In a few weeks, each eligible voter in Districts 1 (Northeastern US: OH, PA, WV, VA, MD, DE, NJ, NY, CT, RI, MA, NH, VT, ME); 4 (IN, MI); 6 (IA); 8, ( NE, SD); and 10 (Mexico) will be receiving an email message containing the nomination link for their district.
Hogg Scholarship Available to Practitioners Seeking MS or PhD
The American Association of Swine Veterinarians Foundation is now accepting applications for the prestigious Hogg Scholarship, established to honor the memory of longtime AASV member and swine industry leader Dr Alex Hogg.
Federal Register Notice: Revocation of Approved Method – Carbadox in Medicated Swine Feed
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is issuing a final order to revoke the approved method for detecting residues of carbadox, a carcinogenic new animal drug used in swine feed.
Abstract: Regulatory fine-tuning of mcr-1 increases bacterial fitness and stabilises antibiotic resistance in agricultural settings
Abstract: Regulatory fine-tuning of mcr-1 increases bacterial fitness and stabilises antibiotic resistance in agricultural settings
Abstract: Quadrivalent neuraminidase RNA particle vaccine protects pigs against homologous and heterologous strains of swine influenza virus infection
Abstract: Quadrivalent neuraminidase RNA particle vaccine protects pigs against homologous and heterologous strains of swine influenza virus infection
Wellness Wednesday
Wellness Wednesday – Physical Wellbeing Tip: Drink AT LEAST half your bodyweight in ounces of water every day (cups of coffee do not count towards this total). The goal is to urinate often and clear. If plain water is too boring for you, try dropping slices of fresh fruit in your (reusable) water bottle.