Abstract: Prevention and Control of Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea: The Development of Recombination-Resistant Live Attenuated Vaccines
Monthly Archives: July 2022
Abstract: Prevalence and Antimicrobial Resistance of Nontyphoidal Salmonella enterica from Head Meat and Trim for Ground Product at Pork Processing Facilities
Abstract: Prevalence and Antimicrobial Resistance of Nontyphoidal Salmonella enterica from Head Meat and Trim for Ground Product at Pork Processing Facilities
Abstract: Transmission of antibiotic resistance at the wildlife-livestock interface
Abstract: Transmission of antibiotic resistance at the wildlife-livestock interface
SHIC Talk Podcast Offers ASF Update with AASV, NPB, NPPC
In the latest edition of SHIC Talk, SHIC Associate Director Dr. Megan Niederwerder is joined by NPPC Consultant Dr. Liz Wagstrom, AASV Executive Director Dr. Harry Snelson, and NPB Assistant Chief Veterinarian Dr. Patrick Webb, along with host Barbara Campbell Determan, to share an update on African swine fever. SHIC Talk, the podcast produced by the Swine Health Information Center, is available on the Center’s website and most podcast sources. It brings industry experts together to share their knowledge and pertinent information regarding swine health.
New Research Defines African Swine Fever Virus Stability in Feed Held at Three Storage TemperaturesS
A new publication in the journal Transboundary and Emerging Diseases entitled “Stability of African swine fever virus in feed during environmental storage” details the length of time ASFV remains stable in feed at different storage temperatures. The robust study was conducted by a research team led by Dr. Megan Niederwerder, Associate Director of the Swine Health Information Center.
Position Announcement: Veterinarian, Smithfield Hog Production
Smithfield is the world’s largest pork processor, the largest hog producer in the United States and a leader in numerous packaged meats categories. We are committed to providing good food in a responsible way and maintaining robust animal care, community involvement, employee safety, environmental, and food safety and quality programs. Smithfield is looking for a Veterinarian in our Hog Production Division based out of Algona, Iowa.
Position Announcement: Assistant State Veterinarian (Iowa)
The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) seeks to fill the position of Assistant State Veterinarian. The role of the Assistant State Veterinarian is to plan, direct, and manage foreign animal disease (FAD) preparedness and emergency management programs in the Animal Industry Bureau and assist the State Veterinarian.
Student Externship: 2023 AVMA Government Relations – Apply Now
The AVMA’s extern program introduces veterinary students to the breadth of public policy issues facing the profession with a hands-on advocacy experience. Discover the scope of veterinary medicine in the federal government while expanding your understanding of the veterinarian’s role in the legislative process. Meet with legislators to advocate the AVMA’s legislative agenda and network with staff and veterinarians from Capitol Hill, regulatory agencies, and other DC-based organizations.
Wellness Wednesday
Wellness Wednesday – Physical Wellbeing Tip: Be supportive of a team member that adjusts their schedule to make it possible to exercise or to schedule a medical appointment.
Position Announcement: Interdisciplinary – Biological Scientist/Veterinary Medical Officer
This position serves as a Veterinary Biologics Specialist at the Center for Veterinary Biologics. You will be responsible for an established number of veterinary biologics producers and importers, for biologics inspection and control activities required by the enforcement of the Virus-Serum-Toxin Act and the pursuant rules and regulations.