Cat Owners: No Need to Panic About the Tiger That Tested Positive for COVID-19
You may have read in the news recently that a female tiger at the Bronx Zoo tested positive for COVID-19. Some of the other tigers and a few lions were showing mild signs of the infection as well. This news will most likely cause cat owners to become concerned, asking themselves if COVID-19 can infect […]
What to Do If an Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19: FAQs for PA Businesses
Special Notice to Veterinarians: COVID-19 Guidelines from the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs
On March 6, 2020, Governor Tom Wolf proclaimed the existence of a disaster emergency throughout the Commonwealth as a result of COVID-19. On March 19, 2020, Governor Wolf ordered that no person or entity shall operate a place of business in the Commonwealth that is not a life-sustaining business regardless of whether the business is open […]
Pennsylvania Animal Response Team (PART)
The Pennsylvania Animal Response Team (PART) coordinates animal emergency response efforts on the ground among government, corporate, and animal organizations. If you would like to donate your time to help this organization through this difficult time, click here.
Steps to Implement Telemedicine Services in Your Practice
Source: AVMA.org When implemented properly, telemedicine may improve patient triage and clinical outcomes, and benefit patients, animal owners and the veterinary practice. From improving after-hours or hospice care, to making it easier for busy clients to arrange routine checkups and follow-up care for pets, telemedicine offers opportunities to increase access to and utilization of veterinary […]
FAQs – Practicing Veterinary Medicine in Pennsylvania During the COVID-19 Pandemic
PVMA is working hard to give you timely, accurate information during the COVID-19 pandemic. We urge you to check our website, PaVMA.org frequently, as we will update it as the situation evolves. If you have questions not addressed in this post, click here and we will respond to you as quickly as possible. Is Veterinary Medicine an essential […]
Minimizing COVID-19 Exposure and Social Distancing in Veterinary Practice
The AVMA has developed this flow chart which may help veterinary practices minimize exposure to COVID-19, practice social distancing and assist in managing cases.
Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Questions and Answers
Excerpt Source: DOL.gov As provided under the legislation, the U.S. Department of Labor will be issuing implementing regulations. Additionally, as warranted, the Department will continue to provide compliance assistance to employers and employees on their responsibilities and rights under the FFCRA.
City of Philadelphia Seeking Supplies
The City of Philadelphia is asking for donations of PPE and some other medical supplies. To view a list of supplies needed, click here.
Telehealth During COVID-19
We have received a flurry of inquiries regarding Governor Wolf’s executive order that expands the delivery of telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic. Because veterinary medicine is considered essential and life sustaining, and falls under the “Medicine” category, this has raised some issues pertaining to veterinary telehealth. First of all, it is important to consider the […]
