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EVAC webinar 2020 now available to view online
Colistin is a Gram-negative antibiotic widely used in pig and poultry medicine.

Speakers discuss colistin use and the impact of a potential ban

Recordings from the European Veterinary Antibiotics Conference (EVAC) 2020 are now available to view online.

This year's conference focused on the use of colistin and featured presentations from pharmacological, clinical and epidemiological specialists on the topic.

Speakers at EVAC 2020 discussed the use of colistin and the rising fears from veterinary professionals over a potential ban on the antibiotic. This ban could, according to the speakers, have a major negative impact on animal health and welfare – as well as public health.

Xavier Chatenet, a veterinary surgeon specialising in poultry health, spoke about the lack of alternatives to colistin for the group treatment of poultry. He argued that colistin is an essential veterinary product which, if banned, could lead to greater resistance problems with the alternatives.

Dr Pascal Richez, European specialist in veterinary pharmacology and toxicology, was next to speak. Focusing on misconceptions surrounding antibiotic resistance and the importance of clinical breakpoints to help clinicians determine if a pathogen is likely to respond to treatment.

The webinar concluded with a discussion of the use of colistin in human health care, led by Dr Boudewijn Catry, epidemiologist and head of the Belgian service for healthcare-associated infections & antimicrobial resistance. He confirmed that 'the need to be concerned for colistin resistance in public health care is very low’ adding that, in human medicine, many alternatives are coming on the market.

Highlights of the EVAC webinar can be viewed here.

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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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Lords Committee opens Pet Parasite Medication inquiry

The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee will launch its inquiry into Pet Parasite Medication (PPM) on Wednesday (3 June).

Focusing on treatments containing fipronil and imidacloprid, the inquiry will seek to understand distribution pathways and the impacts of PPM use and non-use on biodiversity and human health. It will also cover current regulation, monitoring, and the potential implications for pets and their owners.

The committee will hear evidence from environmental non-governmental organisations and research institutes. The public can follow the proceedings live on Parliament TV or in person in the Palace of Westminster.