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MSD Veterinary Manual COVID-19 Information and Resources

To help veterinary professionals keep abreast of information on the novel coronavirus and the COVID-19 pandemic, the MSD Veterinary Manual is compiling current, reliable information from trusted resources in the US and around the world.

News and Research

Recent news articles related to the effects of the coronavirus pandemic on the veterinary profession.

 

Don't Use Ivermectin to Treat or Prevent COVID-19

Zoos Begin to Vaccinate Animals Against COVID-19

Article Explores Pets and Young Children During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Veterinarians Administer COVID-19 Vaccines

AVMA Surveys Impact of COVID-19 on Veterinary Practices

Cats and Dogs Can Be Infected by Novel Coronavirus but Appear Unlikely to Pass It to People

Research Shows Cats Can Be Experimentally Infected by Coronavirus 

 

Health Resources

 

These veterinary organizations, government agencies, and nongovernmental organizations provide current information on the coronavirus pandemic and its impact on animal and human health.

AVMA
American Veterinary Medical Association

This page holds the AVMA’s general resources for veterinarians about the coronavirus pandemic and its effects on veterinary practice.

CDC

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

This page contains the latest information from CDC about COVID-19 and animals, as well as information for the public and healthcare workers.

 

 

The MSD Manual Professional

 

The MSD Manual
This page includes current and reliable information on COVID-19 compiled by the MSD Manual. 

 

 

US Department of Agriculture
United States Department of Agriculture

This page from USDA includes a FAQ list and links to specific actions taken by USDA to combat the novel coronavirus. 

 

 

FDA
United States Food and Drug Administration

This page contains the latest information from FDA on COVID-19. 

 

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World Health Organization

This page contains links to the latest information about the coronavirus pandemic from the WHO. 

 

 

World Organization for Animal Health

World Organization for Animal Health

This page contains an updated FAQ list on OIE’s actions and recommendations regarding the coronavirus pandemic. 

 

WSAVA
World Small Animal Veterinary Association

This page contains advice and resources from WSAVA on COVID-19. 

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