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Vetlife launches Active October campaign
“The links between physical activity and mental health are well documented” – Eve Ritchie, Vetlife.

The new initiative replaces Veterinary Month of Movement.

Vetlife is encouraging the veterinary community to come together and get active to raise fundraise for the charity this October.

Launching it’s new Active October campaign, which is replacing Veterinary Month of Movement, the charity hopes that vital funds can be raised at a time when the cost of running its services is expected to exceed £1million for the first time.

Those wishing to take part can join in as either individuals or part of a team. Fundraisers are encouraged to set an activity goal and then create a fundraising page on JustGiving and tag Vetlife on social media to spread the word.

Activities can include walking, running, cycling, swimming, horse-riding or even kayaking or rock-climbing.

The money raised will help Vetlife to continue its work, including running the Vetlife Helpline which provides confidential emotional support to the veterinary community 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The charity also offers health and financial support services.

Eve Ritchie, Vetlife communications officer, said: “The links between physical activity and mental health are well documented. Active October is the perfect opportunity to get your friends and colleagues together to boost your wellbeing and raise some much-needed funds for our charity.”

Would-be participants can find more information on the Vetlife website.

 

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Reporting service for dead wild birds updated

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 The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) has updated its online reporting service for dead wild birds.

The new version allows those reporting a dead bird to drop a pin on a map when reporting the location. It also includes a wider range of wild bird species groups to select from when describing the bird.

The online service, which helps APHA to monitor the spread of diseases such as avian influenza, can be accessed here. 

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NI chief vet urges bluetongue vigilance

Northern Ireland's chief veterinary officer (CVO) has urged farmers to be vigilant for signs of bluetongue, after the Animal and Plant Health Agency warned there was a very high probability of further cases in Great Britain.

There have been 126 confirmed cases of bluetongue virus serotype 3 in England since November 2023, with no cases reported in Northern Ireland. The movement of live ruminants from Great Britain to Northern Ireland is currently suspended.

According to the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA), the virus is most likely to enter Northern Ireland through infected animals or germplasm (semen or ova) being imported.

Brian Dooher, Northern Ireland's CVO, said: "Surveillance for this disease within Northern Ireland has been increased to assist with detection at the earliest opportunity which will facilitate more effective control measures."

Farmers should report any suspicions of the disease to their private veterinary practitioner, the DAERA Helpline on 0300 200 7840 or their local DAERA Direct Veterinary Office.