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BVNA Welcomes New President
Claire Fraser was appointed President at BVNA Congress.

Last week's BVNA Congress saw the appointment of Claire Fraser, RVN, as President of the British Veterinary Nursing Association.

Claire, Internal Verifier for MYF Training in Aldershot, was elected President during the Annual General Meeting held on Sunday 9th October at the BVNA Congress in Kettering, Northamptonshire.

Claire has already served as President several years ago, and expressed her delight at returning to the role: "It is an honour once again to become the President of the BVNA. The veterinary nursing world is ever changing, and I look forward to the challenges ahead over the next twelve months."

During the meeting, Louisa Baker RVN, Honorary Treasurer for the past two years, was elected as Vice President. Sue Badger now undertakes the role of Senior President.

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Strangles survey seeks views of horse owners

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 With Strangles Awareness Week just around the corner (5-11 May), vets are being encouraged to share a survey about the disease with their horse-owning clients.

The survey, which has been designed by Dechra, aims to raise awareness of Strangles and promote best practices to prevent its transmission. It includes questions about horse owners' experiences of strangles, together with preventative measures and vaccination.

Respondents to the survey will be entered into a prize draw to win two VIP tickets to Your Horse Live 2025. To access the survey, click here 

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Vivienne Mackinnon elected BVA Scottish Branch President

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has elected Vivienne Mackinnon as its new BVA Scottish Branch president.

Dr Mackinnon has over 30 years of experience in veterinary care, encompassing both small animal and mixed practice. She has worked in practices in Scotland, England, New Zealand and Australia, before joining APHA to work in frontline disease control.

In her speech, Dr Mackinnon reflected on the changes in Scotland's veterinary industry and highlighted her commitment to veterinary education.

Dr Mackinnon said: "I look forward to working with colleagues across the veterinary professions to improve animal health and welfare in the country and support veterinary workplaces."