The most common cause of new infectious strains in both pigs and people is something called viral gene reassortment, which occurs when two different influenza viruses infect the same cell and then swap gene segments.
VBS Assistant Professor Roxanne Larsen mobilized a new anaomy lab experience partnered with the CVM and other UMN medical experts to provide a workshop to pair annualy with the SAVMA symposium.
VBS Assistant Professor Matt Aliota discusses the evolution of the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic and how Omicron may cause some degree of population immunity.
Researchers have discovered what they believe to be the presence of two lymph nodes in the pelvic region of certain dogs that were previously undocumented in the animal.
VBS Associate Professor Erin Burton has accepted the position of Senior Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs with the College of Veterinary Medicine.
Commercial rehydration solutions are formulated to correct electrolyte abnormalities, dehydration, and blood pH levels, but most are also hypertonic—meaning they can lead to further fluid losses in the intestine and prolong recovery.
