March 12, 2013:

In a bold move towards the uniform regulation of medication and drug testing in North American racing, the regulators of eight states in the Mid Atlantic and Northeast United States have committed to implement a uniform medication and drug testing program. The agreement, spearheaded by the Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association (THA), represents the most dramatic change in medication regulation and testing in the last 50 years and could pave the way for national uniformity....read on

July 13, 2011:

The Racing Medication and Testing Consortium, which consists of 25 racing industry stakeholders and organizations that represent the four major racing breeds, will hold a special meeting of its board on August 4...read on

June 13, 2011:

Individuals and organizations representing some 16 racing jurisdictions from around the globe participated in Day 1 of an 'International Summit on Race-Day Medication...read on

May 12, 2011:

The first-ever 'International Summit on Race Day Medication, EIPH and the Racehorse' will take place June 13-14 in New York City. The location of the meeting is...read on

July 23, 2010:

Following the creation of veterinary guidelines to protect the safety and welfare of racing thoroughbreds and quarter horses, the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) has adapted the following recommendations for the harness racing industry...read on

February 17, 2009:

On Monday, February 16, the Lexington, Kentucky-based American Association of Equine Practitioners released its 'white paper' regarding problems in the thoroughbred industry....read on