New York - Following the terrorist attack that struck our nation Sept. 11, animal health organizations in the state of New York and around the nation are lending many helping hands in the relief efforts. The national response to disasters affecting animals, instituted in part by the AVMA, comes in the form of Veterinary Medical Assistance Teams. They are deployed only when state or local officials call for their involvement and federal authorities authorize the deployment. Veterinarians, veterinary technicians and support personnel represent VMAT, which is able to respond within 48 hours of notification.
Occupational hazards can be a very present and real threat to practitioners.
Learn more about the prevailing hazards in the veterinary profession, as well as what you can do to prevent future incidents. Look for this series and much more in the October issue of DVM Newsmagazine. This material may not be published, broadcast, re-written or redistributed. Important Legal Disclaimers and Privacy Policy .