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New direction for ZNCP
Zoonoses National Control Programme stepping up a gear

From July 2012, the Zoonoses National Control Programme will be stepping up a gear to help farmers identify the best salmonella control methods for their particular farm.

The current meat juice testing for salmonella antibodies will be suspended on 1st July 2012 to make way for an on-farm salmonella risk assessment tool which will help identify the most effective control methods for each producer's set up.

Katrin Turvey, veterinary programme manager for BPEX, said: “The new tool will provide farmers with clear information regarding the herd’s current salmonella risks. The farmer or veterinarian can  use the outcomes of the risk assessment  to create  a meaningful  on farm salmonella control plan, which is a requirement of red tractor assurance."

These scored risk assessments, along with exploration into bacteriological testing, will increase understanding of the link between primary production and public health.

Katrin added: “We are developing the programme to ensure that all stages of the supply chain are taking effective action to stop the spread of salmonella, re-focusing resources away from routine salmonella sampling.”

Because there are many parallels between the ZNCP and the Pig Health Improvement Project (PHIP), the two schemes have now been streamlined under a ‘one health’ umbrella.

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Free CPD announced for BVNA members

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 Zoetis is to present a CPD event for free to members of the British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA).

Led by veterinary consultant Ruth Moxon, the one-hour online session is designed to help veterinary nurses discuss parasiticide options with clients. It will advise on structuring recommendations, factors for product choice and moving away from 'selling'.

'How do you recommend parasite treatments to your clients?' will be presented on Tuesday, 20 May at 7.30pm. It is free for BVNA members, with 15.00 tickets for non-members.

Veterinary nurses can email cpd@bvna.co.uk to book their place. 

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BBC Radio 4 documentary addresses corporate fees

BBC Radio 4's File on 4 Investigates has released a documentary exploring how corporate-owned veterinary practices may be inflating bills to increase profit.

Released on 15 April, 'What's Happening To Your Vet Bills?' revealed the policies which many corporate groups have in place to increase their profits. This included targets and upgrades which veterinary teams are tasked with meeting on a regular basis.

It also features Anrich Vets, an independently-owned practice based in Wigan. Following the case of Staffordshire terrier Benjy, who is diagnosed with a tumour, the documentary shares how the team were able to offer contextualised care and advice to make the procedure as affordable as possible for his owners.

The documentary can be heard on demand on BBC iPlayer.