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BEVA launches Webinar Series
Webinars to make CPD more convenient

BEVA is launching a series of Webinars to make CPD and further training easier for busy practitioners to access.

Beginning on the 24th July and held thereafter on the first Tuesday of every month, the webinars will cover a range of subjects, including the following:
  • Tues 24th July: Jonathan Pycock, 'Update on pregnancy diagnosis and twin management in the mare.'
  • Tues 7th August: Sarah Boys Smith, 'Lameness Imaging' (Sponsored by BCF Technology)
  • Tues 4th September: Mark Bowen, 'Clinical Decision Making and Atrial Fibrillation' (Sponsored by  Kruuse)
  • Tues 2nd October: Andrew Harrison, 'Common Problems at Races & Events'
  • Tues 6th November: Huw Griffiths, 'Artificial Insemination'
  • Tues 4th December: TBC

The first two Webinars will be free and there will be reduced rates for BEVA members for the remaining four. Each of the webinars will go out live at 7.30pm and will be available on demand after the event through the BEVA website.

To register for and watch the Webinars, live or on demand, click here.

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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."