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BSAVA announces congress wellbeing programme
The immersive and interactive sessions have been created in collaboration with leading experts from inside and outside the profession.

The discussions will include fertility, menopause and flexible working.

BSAVA has announced a programme of wellbeing presentations and discussions during BSAVA Congress 2023, covering hormonal health, self-compassion and learning to work with grief.

The immersive and interactive sessions have been created in collaboration with leading experts from both inside and outside the profession, including Vetlife, BVA and the BVLGBT+. 

Menstrual issues, polycystic ovary syndrome, fertility and menopause will go under the spotlight in four separate discussions on hormonal health across all gender identities. There will also be sessions on support for gender transition, non-binary people and male ageing. 

Other sessions will explore supporting self-compassion as an antidote to perfectionism, learning to work alongside grief, flexible working and developing 'human-savvy' teamwork.

BSAVA president Alison Speakman said: “This year has continued to provide increasing challenges both within the veterinary workforce and in the world at large. This has challenged our physical, mental, and financial wellbeing which are inextricably linked.
Therefore, we will be covering aspects of all three with a wide range of presenters included in these conversations, from both within and outwith the veterinary arena.

“Whether you wish to expand your knowledge to improve personal understanding and support of your own wellbeing, that of a colleague or friend, or to improve workplace practices and culture, there really is something for everyone to learn. Please come along to our safe and supportive space at Congress to improve the wellbeing of our veterinary profession.

“This year we are collaborating with BVCIS, BVEDS, BVLGBT+, Mind Matters Initiative (MMI), Vetlife, BVA, and other experts working in this space to be able to create the best wellbeing programme possible.”

For more information about the Wellbeing Programme, click here. 

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Webinar to explore history of KC breed registers

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 A free webinar exploring the development of the Kennel Club's registration system and the evolution of closed breed registers has been announced.

Hosted by Dr Alison Skipper, veterinary and research advisor at the Kennel Club, the webinar will delve into the development of the registry and how the changing landscape of scientific knowledge has shaped breeding practices. It will also look at what this means for the future of pedigree dogs.

The session will culminate with a look at The Kennel Club's ongoing and future engagement in this area, with a chance for attendees to put forward their thoughts and questions for discussion.

This event takes place on Microsoft Teams on Tuesday, 10 June at 7pm. To learn more, visit events.teams.microsoft.com  

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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.