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Your Vet Wants You to KnowAuthor: Your Vet Wants You to Know
As a curious pet owner, have you ever taken to the internet for more information about pet health? Maybe you want to know why your pet is itchy and what you can do about it. Maybe youre frustrated about the ear infections always coming back. Maybe youre looking for ways to make veterinary care more affordable. Instead of wading through a sea of information that may not be reliable, and in some cases may be harmful, here is what Your Vet Wants You to Know. Im Dr. Brittany Lancellotti, board certified veterinary dermatology specialist. Join me to get the information youre looking for to care for your dog and cat, from diseases and treatments to financial planning and whats happening in the world of veterinary medicine. If youre curious about your pet's health, then Your Vet Wants You to Know. Language: en Genres: Education, Kids & Family, Pets & Animals Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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One Health Heroes, July 15, 2025: NIH Cuts, State Public Health Setbacks, and Why Science Matters
Tuesday, 15 July, 2025
There have been alarming cuts to public health research funding at both the federal and state levels. In this powerful episode, Dr. Brittany Lancellotti is joined again by Dr. Mandy Sorenson from the American Association of Food Safety and Public Health Veterinarians. Together, they unpack the far-reaching consequences on scientific progress, and share what you can do to support public health professionals, veterinarians, and the scientific community. What listeners will learn: Why NIH cut over 2,000 research grants and $10 billion in funding. Understand the scope and impact of funding being canceled—including projects on health equity, Alzheimer’s, and vaccine research. How these cuts impact veterinarians and public health Explore the concept of brain drain, the loss of generational scientific mentorship, and how state programs are losing critical disease surveillance funds. The largest measles outbreak in the U.S. since 2000 Find out how vaccine hesitancy and the loss of public health infrastructure are contributing to the reemergence of preventable diseases. How veterinarians can advocate for One Health Learn how you can get involved, share your story, and educate your clients about the value of public health and science-driven medicine. Resources and Links Mentioned: American Association of Food Safety and Public Health Veterinarians (AAFSPHV) Join or subscribe to their bi-monthly newsletter NIH will resinstate 900 grants in response to court order Federal District Court Strikes Down NIH's Unlawful Directives That Led to the Elimination of Critical Research The Bethesda Declaration: A Call for NIH and HHS Leadership to Deliver on Promises of Academic Freedom and Scientific Excellence American Public Health Association Press Release: For Our Health warns the proposed HHS budget cuts put Americans at risk Trump Administration Slashes Pledged Funding that Would Protect Illinoisans Measles Cases and Outbreaks Have you been affected by funding cuts or cancellation of grants/research? Send your story to info@yourvetwantsyoutoknow.com Audio and video encouraged. Help support our mission through BUY ME A COFFEE: https://buymeacoffee.com/yourvet Our vision is for Your Vet Wants You to Know to be a resource for veterinarians to improve client communication by introducing a discussion about a common topic during the vet visit, then directing the client to a reliable source of engaging, understandable, and accessible information. By doing so, we strive for: 1) increased pet health literacy among pet owners, 2) improved partnership between clients and the veterinary team, 3) improved medical outcomes for pets, and 4) improved quality of life and efficiency for veterinarians. Connect with Your Vet! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourvetwantsyoutoknow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourvetwantsyoutoknow Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourvetwantsyoutoknow
