We hope you’ve already made your lodging arrangements for the AASV 2012 Annual Meeting – now it’s time to register for the conference itself! Online registration is now open for the meeting, to be held March 10-13 in Denver, Colorado, where members will focus on “Integrating science, welfare, and economics in practice.” Conference details, including registration, lodging, and scientific program are available at www.aasv.org/annmtg. Printed registration materials have now been mailed to all AASV members, and should arrive in most members’ mailboxes within the next couple of weeks. See you in Denver!
Monthly Archives: December 2011
CDC Confirms Detection of A Different Influenza A Variant Virus
An influenza A (H1N1) virus that is known to circulate in U.S. swine but not humans has been detected in an adult in the state of Wisconsin. The patient reported occupational contact with swine prior to illness onset. No human-to-human transmission with this virus has been identified. CDC laboratory testing has confirmed that this is a new reassortant influenza A H1N1 virus as it has acquired the matrix [M] gene from the 2009 H1N1 pandemic virus. Laboratory testing shows that the virus is susceptible to the influenza antiviral medications, oseltamivir and zanamivir. Surveillance for additional human cases in the area has been enhanced. Providers are being asked to collect specimens for influenza virus testing from any patient presenting with influenza-like illness.
“””Dig Deep and Reach High”” in Denver — Donations Close January 5″
Your chance to donate an item for the 2012 AASV Foundation Auction is rapidly coming to a close. The deadline for donations is January 5th. Take a few minutes to visit the Foundation website and view all the wonderful items available for bid. We obviously need a lot more items if we’re going to have a chance to meet our goal. So, while you’re viewing the items up for bid why not download the donation form and show your support as well.
People on the Move: Dr. John Haugegaard
Dr. John Haugegaard has accepted a position with MSD Animal Health, Denmark, where he now serves as Technical Manager, Ruminants and Swine. He was previously employed by Boehringer Ingelheim, Denmark. Updated contact information for Dr. Haugegaard is available at www.aasv.org/members/only/directory.php. Are you on the move? If so, let us know at aasv@aasv.org.
PRRS Elimination Projects Utilize PADRAP
Numerous regional PRRS control/elimination projects across the country are gaining momentum and most are utilizing PADRAP to help producers see the benefits of participating in the project. Those in programs that are a couple years old have been able to pinpoint areas to work on and are now seeing the benefits of changes in biosecurity protocols and compliance.
FDA Withdraws 1977 Hearing Notices for Antimicrobials
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is withdrawing two 1977 notices of opportunity for a hearing (NOOH), which proposed to withdraw certain approved uses of penicillin and tetracyclines intended for use in feeds for food-producing animals based in part on microbial food safety concerns. FDA is taking this action, and closing the corresponding dockets, because: FDA is engaging in other ongoing regulatory strategies developed since the publication of the 1977 NOOHs with respect to addressing microbial food safety issues; FDA would update the NOOHs to reflect current data, information, and policies if, in the future, it decides to move forward with withdrawal of the approved uses of the new animal drugs described in the NOOHs; and FDA would need to prioritize any withdrawal proceedings (for example, take into account which withdrawal(s) would likely have the most significant impact on the public health) if, in the future, it decides to seek withdrawal of the approved uses of any new animal drug or class of drugs.
Pork Exports Set New Annual Value Record
October was another excellent month for U.S. Pork exports, according to statistics released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). Pork exports set a new all-time monthly value record at $573.9 million, up 41 percent from last year, which pushed the cumulative value through October to a new annual record of $4.93 billion â breaking the previous high of $4.88 billion in 2008.
Purdue Re-Names Vet School
The Purdue University Board of Trustees voted Dec. 17 to change the name of Purdue’s School of Veterinary Medicine to the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine, effective spring semester 2012, according to an announcement.
Kansas Approves Bonds for National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility Construction
Kansas approved the sale of $45.4 million in bonds to push ahead on construction of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility, The Associated Press reports.
Position Announcement: Associate Veterinarian
Swine Health Professionals Ltd, a multi-veterinarian, electronically based practice focusing exclusively on swine medicine and production, seeks a new associate to assist with advancement of client services. We are dedicated to providing leading edge swine veterinary services and production support to clients throughout Manitoba. We are pleased to provide the opportunity to work with and be mentored by a team of 5 other veterinarians. The successful applicant will be an integral part of this team, and will provide herd health and production management services to our varied and progressive client base.