As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, the MVMA is taking steps to protect our staff and our members. In response, the MVMA has created this page as a helpful resource center to help navigate any questions or concerns you may have during this time. We will continuously update this page with valuable information as we receive updates from the MDHHS, MISOSHA, AVMA, CDC, MDARD and other reliable sources. You can access these resources by visiting the Resources & Updates section on this page.
LATEST MICHIGAN NEWS ON COVID-19
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer issued a new order that lifted the state’s COVID-19 restrictions on Tuesday, June 22, 2021. Michigan residents will no longer need to wear masks indoors and indoor businesses can operate at full capacity.
Until that point, MVMA suggests the following for clients coming into offices and/or clinics. You have the choice of any of the following three options:
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has also confirmed with us that veterinary clinics do NOT fall under “healthcare facilities” in any new OSHA rules. We are working to confirm that with OSHA as well. That means anyone working in an office or clinic who is vaccinated does not need to wear a mask. Anyone who isn’t vaccinated must continue to wear a mask for the time being. OSHA may release updated guidelines in the future. At that point, we will be sure to pass along the information. To read more about the Governor’s order, click here.
Learn more and stay up-to-date on COVID-19 by clicking the resources below:
PRACTICE RESOURCES Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) MIOSHA Resources and Updates on COVID-19 Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD) COVID-19 Information and Updates Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) OSHA Resources and Updates on COVID-19 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Latest news on Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) What Veterinarians Need to Know - Resource Center |
BUSINESS CONSIDERATIONS Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) Small Business COVID-19 Resources Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Coronavirus Tax Relief and Economic Impact Payments U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Coronavirus (COVID-19): Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) COVID-19 Business Strategy and Economic Impact U.S. Chamber of Commerce |