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Fluid Therapy for Neonatal Calves with Diarrhea
August 31, 2026 / Practitioner Updates

Primary care veterinarians are often called upon when a neonatal calf with diarrhea is doing poorly. Often traditional feeding methods cannot keep up with the calf’s hydration needs, leading them to surrender to decreased immune…
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Pharmacist’s Corner: Hidden Medication Hazards

August 31, 2026 / Practitioner Updates

View Post↗ Most people are familiar with the poten­tial hazards associated with handling chemotherapy medications. However, there are other medications that can pose significant risks to people handling them, and these hazards may not be…
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Broken Toenail Needs Extra Care

August 31, 2026 / In the News

News-Gazette (Aug. 30) – Jesse’s medical history suggested he has a blood-clotting disorder as well as a cardiac condition. Animals with cardiac conditions are at higher risk when it comes to sedation. Jesse’s history meant…
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Alumni Association Announces 2026 Awardees

August 29, 2026 / Alumni News

Three individuals have been recognized for excellence and service by the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine and its alumni association. The recipients will receive their awards on Thursday, September 17, during the happy…
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Household Items Toxic to Pets

August 25, 2026 / In the News

News-Gazette (Aug. 23) – Dr. Katie Gane, one of the specialists in emergency and critical care at the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital, describes the toxins she sees most commonly and explains how they…
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Good Year for Mosquitoes

August 19, 2026 / In the News

Block Club Chicago (Aug. 19) — Chicagoans have reported more mosquito bites this summer, and experts say a growing invasive species of the pest coupled with a summer of heavy rainfall are to blame. Becky…
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