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RCVS ‘reflection sessions’ to take stock of COVID-19
The sessions take place online and are free to attend.
Events will look at what has happened and how the profession has changed

The RCVS ViVet innovation project has announced series of free ‘reflection sessions’ for veterinary professionals to take stock of the challenges of COVID-19.

The first session takes place on Zoom on Thursday (27 May) and will look at how veterinary practices have adapted to the challenges posed by the pandemic and its associated restrictions. 

RCVS council member and innovation lead Chris Tufnell, who will be chairing the session, said: “In the past 15 months, we have been in innovation overdrive, adapting at an unprecedented pace to transform how we work, serve our clients and patients, and continue to function as veterinary businesses in less-than-ideal circumstances.

“This event is an opportunity to take a step back, look at what has happened, how we have changed and consider what aspects of these changes we might carry over when we return to near normal working conditions.

“For those who join us, we would like to know what kind of innovation solutions you and your colleagues have developed and share your stories and ideas to help and inspire others.” 

Chris will be joined by a panel of veterinary professionals who will each share their own experiences of adapting during the pandemic. Among them include Anita Patel, an RCVS-recognised specialist in veterinary dermatology, and Richard Artingstall, clinical director of Vale Referrals in Gloucestershire. 

Further reflection sessions planned for later in the year are: 

Wednesday 16 June: A special session for veterinary nurses titled ‘Problem-solving in difficult circumstances.
Tuesday 20 July: Implementing new technology.
Wednesday 8 September: Innovative technology and learning new skills.

For more details and to sign up for the sessions, visit eventbrite.co.uk

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Birmingham Dogs Home makes urgent appeal

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 Birmingham Dogs Home has issued an urgent winter appeal as it faces more challenges over the Christmas period.

The rescue centre has seen a dramatic increase in dogs coming into its care, and is currently caring for over 200 dogs. With rising costs and dropping temperatures, the charity is calling for urgent support.

It costs the charity £6,000 per day to continue its work.

Fi Harrison, head of fundraising and communications, said: "It's heart-breaking for our team to see the conditions some dogs arrive in. We really are their last chance and hope of survival."

More information about the appeal can be found here. 

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Avian flu confirmed at premises in Cornwall

A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been detected in commercial poultry at a premises near Rosudgeon, Cornwall.

All poultry on the infected site will be humanely culled, and a 3km protection zone and 10km surveillance zone have been put in place. Poultry and other captive birds in the 3km protection zone must be housed.

The case is the second avian flu case confirmed in commercial poultry this month. The H5N5 strain was detected in a premises near Hornsea, East Riding of Yorkshire, in early November. Before then, the disease had not been confirmed in captive birds in England since February.

The UK chief veterinary officer has urged bird keepers to remain alert and practise robust biosecurity.

A map of the disease control zones can be found here.