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BVA discloses mental health survey results
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The survey cited under 35s as most likely to seek support. Despite this, half of those questioned chose not to seek support.
Forty five per cent of young vets concerned for mental wellbeing

BVA’s Voice of the Veterinary Profession survey results outlined current wellbeing and mental health statistics in the veterinary profession with 45 per cent of vets expressing concerns about their mental health.  

Furthermore, the survey looked at ongoing supportive structures in the workplace, with 70 per cent of young vets feeling unsupported during their first year and professional development phase (PDP) of employment.

The survey cited under 35s as most likely to seek support. Despite this, half of those questioned chose not to seek support and a further 45 per cent were unsure how to recognise poor mental health in a colleague.

In addition, the issues starting work in practice were addressed, with 69 per cent having no appraisal, 77 per cent given no work hours for PDP case notes and 82 cent with no mentor in their first year.

The survey follows several other related incentives including Vet Futures’ survey of new graduates and the Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons’ (SPVS) wellbeing award, in a continuing bid to address the issue of support and mental health in the profession.

BVA president Sean Wensley said: “These statistics present a sobering challenge to the veterinary profession and it is essential that we take steps to support our colleagues.”

The BVA is a member of the RCVS-led Mind Matters initiative, and is investing in the Young Vet Network (YVN) to facilitate supportive groups, meetings and social media interaction for young vets.  

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FIVP announces third series of Practice Matters

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 The Federation of Independent Veterinary Practices (FIVP) has announced a third season of its podcast, Practice Matters.

Hosted by Ian Wolstenholme, series three will focus on the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) investigation, including a discussion about some of the expected impacts on independent veterinary colleagues.

Episode one launches on 13th January with guests Drs David Reader and Scott Summers, who will draw on their research into the CMA investigation and provide insights into themes such as transparency, pricing and consumer trust.

Ian Wolstenholme said: "In its third series, we will try and hone in on what the changes will mean in reality for independent practices with advice and guidance on implementation and delivery, drawing on the experience of our own team and other experts in the profession. Hope you can join us soon!" 

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Survey seeks ruminant sector views on antimicrobial stewardship

A new survey is seeking views of people working in the UK ruminant sector on how to tackle the challenge of demonstrating responsible antibiotic stewardship.

Forming part of a wider, collaborative initiative, the results will help identify the types of data available so that challenges with data collection can be better understood and addressed.

Anyone working in the UK farming sector, including vets and farmers,is encouraged to complete the survey, which is available at app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk