Monthly Archives: August 2017

Discussion of the ACVBM Application for Specialty Status for Herbal Veterinary Medicine

Posted on August 27, 2017 by skeptvet

About six months ago, I reported on the application of a group of veterinarians belonging to the American College of Veterinary Botanical Medicine (ACVBM) for status as a medical specialty group. I explained the main reasons why, despite the potential … Continue reading →

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Evidence Update: Biologic Plausibility of Curcumin (Turmeric) Very Low

Posted on August 16, 2017 by skeptvet

In 2013, I wrote about the burgeoning popularity of the spice turmeric as a medicinal herb. At the time, my conclusions were: Overall, there is no compelling clinical evidence in humans supporting any use of curcumin or other turmeric compounds…There … Continue reading →

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Evidence Update: Feline Facial Pheromone Doesn’t Reduce Stress or URIs in Shelter Cat Study

Posted on August 13, 2017 by skeptvet

I have written numerous times about the use of pheromones to reduce stress and stress-related problems in cats and dogs (1, 2, 3). Overall, the evidence for these products is weak, and it is likely they have little to no … Continue reading →

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Evidence Update: Potential Associations Between Neutering and Immune System Disorders

Posted on August 13, 2017 by skeptvet

The risks and benefits associated with neutering are a complex and active area of research and debate in veterinary medicine. I have written several extensive summaries of the literature and numerous articles here evaluating the burgeoning research evidence. One subject … Continue reading →

Posted in Science-Based Veterinary Medicine | 13 Comments