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Charity challenge for Hertfordshire vet
"I've decided to run the London Marathon for Vetlife to raise awareness for the charity both within and outside the profession" - Anna Threlfall

Anna Threlfall to run London marathon to raise money and awareness for Vetlife.

Veterinary specialist Anna Threlfall is running the London marathon to raise money and awareness for Vetlife. She has already exceeded her £1000 target, and despite injury niggles, hopes to complete the 26.2 mile course in under four hours.

Ms Threlfall is head of internal medicine at a Hertfordshire veterinary practice. She is running the marathon for Vetlife; an indepedent charity that provides free and confidential support to members of the UK veterinary community and their families who have emotional, health or financial concerns.

Ms Threlfall said: “Vetlife is literally a lifeline for many people in the veterinary profession but so many do not realise it even exists, let alone the work that it does.

“I’ve decided to run the London Marathon for Vetlife to raise awareness for the charity both within and outside the profession, as well as hopefully raise some money for them.”

The London marathon first took place in 1981 and has become the largest annual fundraising event in the world. Fifty thousand people, including Ms Threlfall, are expected to take part in this year's event, which is taking place on Sunday 23 April. Those wishing to support her, can do so via her JustGiving page.

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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.