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BVNA Congress 2014 promises to be the best yet
BVNA 2013
The commercial exhibition will give delegates the chance to mingle with exhibitors to discuss current and new products on the veterinary market.

Forty-first annual congress of the BVNA will offer excellent scientific and social programme

The 41st annual congress of the BVNA which begins on Friday, October 10 promises to be the biggest and best yet.

Focussing on the many aspect of veterinary nursing, this year's programme will be brimming with scientific lectures and social events.

The congress, to be held at Telford International Centre, will be officially opened by Pen Farthing from BVNA's nominated charity of the year Nowzad.  Pen will talk about the awe-inspiring work undertaken by the charity as well as present awards during BVNA's annual awards ceremony.

On Saturday, October 11 the BVNA will host six full streams of lectures focusing on subjects such as anaesthesia, zoo animals, exotics, wildlife and current issues. 

Delegates are invited to attend the professional declaration ceremony, which will be led by Kathy Kissick, chair of the RCVS VN council.  Following the ceremony, there will be an opportunity for delegates to put forward any questions on current veterinary nursing issues to the panel.

New for 2014, BVNA will be introducing a "day in the life of…" stream. Taking place on Sunday, October 12 each lecture will present an insight into the variety and diversity of the veterinary nurse working in specialised fields.  

The research stream, now in its third year,  will boast poster presentations and a series of lectures focusing on evidence based practice set to inspire.

As always, the commercial exhibition will give delegates the chance to mingle with exhibitors to discuss current and new products on the veterinary market.  On both Friday and Saturday BVNA invite delegates to attend "Happy Hour", providing the perfect opportunity to catch up with friends and enjoy drinks and canapés whilst browsing the exhibition.

There will also be a charity quiz night, with all proceeds going to Nowzad dogs, and the ever-popular Saturday night dinner dance -  this years' theme is "Heroes and Heroines".

Kirstie Shield, BVNA President said "We are delighted to host our 41st Annual Congress next week and looking forward to meeting all our delegates and exhibitors.
 
We have an excellent CPD programme during our three day event as well as some great social events.  BVNA Congress is a three day event which provides stimulating lectures enabling delegates to develop their knowledge and learn about current techniques used in the profession.
 
I hope to see you there”.

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Cold-water dip to raise funds for Vetlife

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 The veterinary mental health charity Vetlife is inviting the veterinary community to join it for a sponsored cold-water dip.

The event will take place at Walpole Bay, Margate, on 17 May during Mental Health Awareness Week. Participants of all abilities can join in the challenge and are advised to bring a towel, a hot drink, a snack, and warm clothes to get changed into afterwards.

Those taking part are being asked to try to raise £100 each to support the work of the charity.

Details about how to take part can be found here. 

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