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Horse in Garfield County tests positive for equine infectious anemia

The following message was distributed by the Colorado State Veterinarian’s Office on April 14, 2023. The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) State Veterinarian’s Office was notified on March 28 that...

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Deadline to apply for USDA Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program (VMLRP) is April 17, 2023

USDA’s Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program (VMLRP), authorized by the National Veterinary Medical Services Act (NVMSA) helps qualified veterinarians offset a significant portion of the debt incurred in pursuit of...

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State Veterinarian’s Office issues updated poultry show guidance, encourages Coloradans to join webinar on avian influenza

The following message was distributed by the Colorado State Veterinarian’s Office on February 28, 2023. Because highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) continues to present a threat to birds across Colorado,...

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Several bills in the Colorado legislature would impact animals and veterinarians statewide

CVMA is tracking a handful of bills currently in the Colorado legislature that could have the potential to impact animals and veterinarians in Colorado if passed by the legislature and...

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Recap: AWAC town hall on mid-level practitioner bill and other significant changes to Veterinary Practice Act

Will Colorado’s Veterinary Practice Act be expanded to include mid-level practitioners and relax VCPR requirements for telehealth? A new bill put forth by the Animal Welfare Association of Colorado (AWAC)...

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You asked, CVMA answered: See the answers to your questions from the mid-level practitioner town hall

Thank you to all our CVMA members and friends who took the time to attend our virtual town hall regarding the mid-level practitioner on Thursday, January 19. Due to time...

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CVMA position statement opposes mid-level practitioner

CVMA Position Statement on the Veterinary Professional Associate (Mid-Level Practitioner) Updated by the CVMA Board of Directors January 13, 2023; Originally adopted February 17, 2022   CVMA strongly opposes the...

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A square peg in a round hole: Six major roadblocks to the mid-level practitioner proposal

The mid-level practitioner…what is it, and how could it impact veterinary medicine in Colorado? For over a year, CVMA has been asking these questions to see whether a new veterinary...

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State Veterinarian’s Office and FDA issues advisory warning about recalled alfalfa following equine deaths linked to feed

The following information was distributed by the Colorado Department of Agriculture on December 20, 2022. The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are...

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A letter to veterinary colleagues from Dr. Apryl Steele and Dr. Wayne Jensen regarding the mid-level veterinary practitioner

The mid-level practitioner…what is it, and how could it impact veterinary medicine in Colorado? For over a year, CVMA has been asking these questions to see whether a new veterinary...

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A mid-level veterinary practitioner in Colorado? An introduction.

The mid-level practitioner…what is it, and how could it impact veterinary medicine in Colorado? For over a year, CVMA has been asking these questions to see whether a new veterinary...

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Veterinary technician regulation in Colorado…what does it mean for your team?

Beginning January 1, 2023, veterinary technicians in Colorado will be regulated by the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) as a result of a 2022 legislative bill that revised the Colorado...

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CVMA recognizes Class of 2022 Power of 10 Leadership Academy participants during CVMA Convention 2022

Colorado’s veterinary community recognized and celebrated the Class of 2022 Power of 10 Leadership Academy participants during an awards ceremony held at CVMA Convention 2022. CVMA’s Power of 10 Leadership...

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Obituary: Bill Fredregill, DVM

CVMA member and former president of CVMA Bill Fredregill, DVM passed away on October 21, 2022. CVMA leaders and the Colorado veterinary community mourn his passing and extend condolences to...

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CVMA announces 2022 award winners

CVMA was pleased to recognize its 2022 award winners and Life Membership awardees during CVMA Convention 2022. The award winners were announced during a celebration held Friday, September 30 in...

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New Board of Directors takes the helm during CVMA Convention 2022

Leading a veterinary organization requires passion and dedication from a strong team of leaders. CVMA’s members applauded the 2022-2023 CVMA Board of Directors as they stepped into their new roles...

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How to prepare NOW for your October veterinary license renewal (and how CVMA can help!)

Veterinary license renewals are coming fall 2022, and CVMA is here to help you prepare! Take the stress out of your 2022 license renewal; check out our tips below for...

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State Veterinarian’s Office confirms equine West Nile virus case in Weld County

The following information was distributed by the Colorado Department of Agriculture on August 12, 2022. A three year old gelding residing in Weld County has been diagnosed with West Nile...

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