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Restocking of Isoflurane to commence from February
Zoetis supplies around two-thirds of the UK’s isoflurane anaesthetic gas.

Zoetis issues update on IsoFlo supply

Restocking of the supply chain of IsoFlo - the leading brand of Isoflurane in the UK - is scheduled to commence from February, manufacturer Zoetis has confirmed.

In a press release, the animal health firm said: ‘Close communication and partnership will be maintained with wholesalers, the VMD, BVA, BSAVA, BEVA, and industry stakeholders alongside our veterinary customers to ensure the smoothest transition back to restocking and meeting the industries demand for IsoFlo.

‘Starting from February we will be managing a series of deliveries of IsoFlo back into the UK supply chain until will are able to meet the full demand. This may take several months to complete.’

Zoetis supplies around two-thirds of the UK’s isoflurane anaesthetic gas. But in December, it was announced that their third-party manufacturer had to cease production due to a mechanical issue on the production line.

The supply problem raised concerns by some vets they would not be able to perform emergency surgery over the Christmas period, and that they may be disciplined by the RCVS for clinical decisions that may arise from the shortage.

In response, the RCVS published a statement to reassure the profession that any problems that might arise from the shortage are unlikely to be considered a professional conduct issue. The shortage also prompted the BSAVA to commission a webinar discussing alternative solutions.

 

 

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Reporting service for dead wild birds updated

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 The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) has updated its online reporting service for dead wild birds.

The new version allows those reporting a dead bird to drop a pin on a map when reporting the location. It also includes a wider range of wild bird species groups to select from when describing the bird.

The online service, which helps APHA to monitor the spread of diseases such as avian influenza, can be accessed here. 

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NI chief vet urges bluetongue vigilance

Northern Ireland's chief veterinary officer (CVO) has urged farmers to be vigilant for signs of bluetongue, after the Animal and Plant Health Agency warned there was a very high probability of further cases in Great Britain.

There have been 126 confirmed cases of bluetongue virus serotype 3 in England since November 2023, with no cases reported in Northern Ireland. The movement of live ruminants from Great Britain to Northern Ireland is currently suspended.

According to the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA), the virus is most likely to enter Northern Ireland through infected animals or germplasm (semen or ova) being imported.

Brian Dooher, Northern Ireland's CVO, said: "Surveillance for this disease within Northern Ireland has been increased to assist with detection at the earliest opportunity which will facilitate more effective control measures."

Farmers should report any suspicions of the disease to their private veterinary practitioner, the DAERA Helpline on 0300 200 7840 or their local DAERA Direct Veterinary Office.