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Chatter box Joanne Webster, a professor of parasitic diseases at the RVC, has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society (FRS).

An infectious disease expert, Prof Webster is known for promoting a One Health approach to disease control.

She completed her doctoral research in zoonotic disease and parasite-host interactions, and has since earned widespread recognition for contributions to parasitology and global health.

Prof Webster said: "I am truly honoured, and somewhat stunned, to be recognised alongside such an exceptional group of scientists." Chatter box

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RVC reveals top tortoise health problems
RVC reveals top tortoise health problems

Beak and shell abnormalities were among the most common.
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Study provides new insights into rabbit dental disease
Study provides new insights into rabbit dental disease

The findings could be used to inform improvements in veterinary training.
No significant link between rabbit head shape and dental issues - study
No significant link between rabbit head shape and dental issues - study

 Research shows importance of diet and dental checks.
Amylase concentration linked to mortality in guinea pigs
Amylase concentration linked to mortality in guinea pigs

 Guinea pigs with high plasma concentrations of amylase face increased mortality.
Study sheds light on guinea pig neoplasia
Study sheds light on guinea pig neoplasia

 Tumour prevalence increases with age.
Rabbit and guinea pig veterinary awards open for nominations
Rabbit and guinea pig veterinary awards open for nominations

The winners will be revealed in December.
Researchers discover geckos' hidden sensory ability
Researchers discover geckos' hidden sensory ability

The finding could provide new insights about how animals perceive sound.
Vets heal 800kg rhino's leg in world first procedure
Vets heal 800kg rhino's leg in world first procedure

 Amara, a southern white rhinoceros, suffered a fractured ulna.
London Zoo conducts annual weigh-in
London Zoo conducts annual weigh-in

Over 10,000 animals will be weighed for their health statistics.
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Germany FMD import restrictions eased

The UK government has lifted the import restrictions placed on FMD-susceptible commodities from Germany.

The decision comes after the country was recognised as foot-and-mouth disease free without vaccination on 14 May.

Imports of FMD-susceptible animals and their by-products from Germany were originally banned, after the country reported a case of FMD near Brandenburg in January. In March, the UK government permitted imports from outside of the outbreak zone.

Germany will now be able to import FMD-susceptible animals and their by-products into the UK, providing they meet other import conditions.

The decision follows rigorous technical assessment of measures in Germany. Defra says it will not hesitate respond to FMD outbreaks.
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