The furry creatures many of us call our best friend may harbor a bug that can, in rare cases, be life-threatening to humans, as one 70-year-old woman from England found out in this article.

What do AVMA Governmental Relations Externs do? Externs learn about federal legislative and regulatory processes and are actively involved in advancing the AVMA's legislative agenda in Washington. Externs work first-hand on issues that affect the veterinary profession, such as the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program, animal welfare, funding for veterinary education, and small business and tax issues. As part of that process, externs work with members of Congress and congressional staffers.

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Here is a unique Vet Student Externship Opportunity with the AVMA Governmental Relations Division!  For students interested in serving the veterinary profession outside of vet practice, this experience is for you!  

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Veterinary Terminology Primer Look it UP or break it DOWN? A medical dictionary is an obvious must-have for any veterinary student. Your vocabulary will expand exponentially as you learn. Unfortunately, memorizing definitions, though helpful, is not enough to prepare you to think critically as you move forward in your career. This reference was created to help you understand the foundations of veterinary terminology so you can quickly break down new terms instead of spending time looking them up!