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What BEVA have been up to

Four months down and BEVA has been occupied with projects, politics, external events and internal activities... there’s certainly been no lack of opportunities for the Association to find things to do in 2019! David Mountford, our CEO tells us more...

Thursday, June 20, 2019

RCVS Council agrees wide-ranging review of guidance on ‘under care’ and 24/7 cover

The Council of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) last week gave the go-ahead for a wide-ranging review of a number of key provisions of the supporting guidance to the RCVS Code of Professional Conduct, following ongoing discussions around trialling the development of telemedicine services, including remote prescribing, in UK veterinary practice.

Monday, June 17, 2019

In the (bike) saddle - balancing work and sport

Last weekend, three UK based equine vets represented Great Britain at the European Triathlon Union standard distance championships in the Netherlands. Vets Lucy Collins, Hani Milstein and Sam Morley swam 1500m, biked 40 km and ran 10km to cross the finish line. Sam reflects on the competition and his experience balancing sport and work.

Friday, June 7, 2019

Confirmed Flu cases Increase again during May

BEVA are reminding members to continue to keep an eye on the Animal Health Trust's Equiflunet for updates of confirmed cases of flu.

Friday, May 31, 2019

Migration Advisory Committee recommends adding to shortage occupation list

The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has published its review of the shortage occupation list (SOL) today, adding veterinarians, web designers and architects.

Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Tattersalls July Sale 2019 - Equine Influenza (EI) Controls & Documentation

A notification of required documentation when taking horses to the forthcoming July Sale at Park Paddocks, issued by Tattersalls.

Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Join BEVA council and influence the direction of the association

BEVA Council nominations are now open and we would like to encourage you to consider standing if you are an Ordinary and Concessionary member.

Thursday, May 23, 2019

Reiteration of Semen Certification Rules

As announced in the last BEVA eNews, Defra and the APHA have agreed to accept fresh semen imported from the EU if it is accompanied by a copy of the signed, stamped and correctly dated Intra Trade Animal Health Certificate (ITAHC). This flexibility has been introduced because of the challenges faced by some regions in ensuring that original documents accompany imported fresh semen.

Friday, May 17, 2019

RCVS plans roll-out of outcomes-based CPD model

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) is planning to roll out a new outcomes-based model of continuing professional development (CPD) over the next few years, following a successful piloting process.

Tuesday, May 14, 2019

Infectious Equine Disease - Atypical Myopathy

On 1 May 2019, the University of Liege reported 73 cases of Atypical Myopathy in Belgium, France, Czech Republic, Netherlands and UK since 1 April 2019.

The toxin responsible for atypical myopathy is also contained in sycamore seedlings (Acer pseudoplatanus). Currently, there are large number of sycamore seedlings, therefore, it is imperative to avoid equines (horses, donkeys, zebras) ingesting them. It is important to check your grass to make sure it does not contain these seedlings.

Friday, May 10, 2019

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