Antibiotics
The Anitbiotic Debate Heats Up
Monday, July 12th, 2010Even more hot, humid and sticky than the recent Washington, D.C., weather, is the antibiotic resistance discussion going on around town. Everyone seems to have their “silver bullet” or “smoking gun” to throw on the table, but, as I heard one wise individual state during my externship, if there [...]
The Antibiotic Dilemma
Friday, June 18th, 2010
Issues over the use of antibiotics have been raging on for years. The scientific data is complex, the economic implications are vast and public opinion is continually being molded through public relations efforts. When discussing antibiotic resistance, no one argues the phenomenon of microevolution and the impact that selection pressure has on development of resistance. [...]
Engage Warp Speed!
Wednesday, June 9th, 2010This has been a very exciting week. I’ve been moving at Mach 2 speeds and absorbing as much information as possible. In only two days, I have had the opportunity visit with the offices of 5 different congressman. I have also attended political action committee (PAC) events, a session on antibiotic resistance and a symposium on [...]
Pecan Pie & Politics
Monday, November 16th, 2009Thursday, I attended November’s One Health Academy dinner. It’s purpose is to unite governmental departments, non-governmental organizations, and private industry leaders to promote collaboration among veterinary medicine, human medicine, and the agricultural industries. It was really nice to see that a group like this exists. There were a number of veterinarians there. New grads in [...]
Discussing antibiotics
Tuesday, September 30th, 2008Thursday started out with me going to a Minnesota Morning Breakfast with Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN). One of the highlights is a pastry called Potica (puh-tet-zah): A traditional Slovenian pastry from the Iron Range. The pastry itself was delicious and the event was fun. Senator Klobuchar was walking around listening to constituents for about 45 [...]