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Let’s talk about depression
The rate of suicide in the veterinary profession is almost four times greater than among medical doctors.

'All in the Mind' explores suicide in the veterinary profession

“Within the veterinary profession we have very much a ‘can do’ attitude to things. We are used to fixing problems ourselves and not seeking help with them, and I guess that’s one of the reasons I didn’t seek help at the early stage.” 

Those were the words of vet Richard Hillman speaking to presenter Claudia Hammond on BBC Radio 4 on Wednesday (18 May). The ‘All in the Mind’ programme discussed the startling rate of suicide in the veterinary profession, which is almost four times greater than among medical doctors. This alarming figure came to light in research back in 2004 and steps have been undertaken to address it, yet the exact reason are still unclear.

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Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance

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 Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. 

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New form for online veterinary medicines retailers

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has produced a new online form for retailers wishing to sell veterinary medicines on the internet.

The form replace the previous Word version and is part of the VMD's ongoing commitment to digitise its processes. Anyone retailing prescription medicines online, including POM-V, POM-VPS and NFA-VPS categories, is lawfully required to register with the VMD before trading.

The change only applies to new applicants. Retailers already listed on the VMD's Register of Online Retailers or registered under the Accredited Internet Retailer Scheme (AIRS) do not need to do anything.