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Equine health initiative launches
The initiative aims to translate all available research on the most common health and performance-limiting problems.

Initiative aims to review and translate the latest research

A new health initiative for racehorses and other equines has been launched at the National Equine Forum, London.

The Thoroughbred Health Network is a collaborative project of industry stakeholder organisations. Its mission is to:

  • Optimise the health of the racehorse and other equines
  • Establish a network of those whose common goal is to minimise the impact of equine injury and disease
  • Translate all available research on the most common health and performance-limiting problems into easily understandable tips to maximise the health of horses in training in GB

Those who are involved with the equine industry, whether practically, officially or academically, are invited to subscribe to the network free of charge.

‘We endeavour to deliver the latest understanding from veterinary research in a digestible format that could be implemented into practice,’ reads a notice on its website.

‘As a member, you will be able to contribute your opinions and ask questions that will be answered by the key network collaborator whom holds the most expertise in that area, whether veterinary or practical.’

For full details on the network and information on joining can be found at thoroughbredhealthnetwork.co.uk.

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Update to TB Advice services

News Story 1
 Vets wishing to access TB Advice services can now use a digital contact form, following updates announced by the APHA.

This new, streamlined service allows customers to provide all necessary information upfront, minimising additional contact between the APHA and the customer. It also ensures questions are directed to the right team, significantly reducing response times.

More contact forms are expected to be announced in the coming months. For more information, visit Gov.uk  

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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.