Trials of the combination drug on human pancreatic cancer cells in vitro and in a laboratory rodent model of the human disease have produced promising results.
Belief #1: clients are an obstacle to overcome “Clients are rude. They’re stupid. They don’t … more
“This project will be of huge benefit to the industry as we currently don’t know how many farms have ongoing M bovis-associated disease and which farms are more or less at risk” – Jessica Ireland-Hughes, SRUC.
Applications to study the degree, which will be delivered predominantly via distance learning, will start in September 2020 or January 2021.
Where castration and/or tail docking are considered to be necessary, this should be in consultation with the farm’s veterinary practice as part of the farm health and welfare plan – BVA.
When most veterinary professionals start thinking about their perfect practice building, their thoughts often go … more
New DNA test launched to help breeders reduce prevalence of blinding condition in breed.
Kim Best recently set a world record for carrying 350kg (771lb) on her back over a measured course.
Resources available to support practices in promoting the campaign, which aims to encourage horse owners to speak to their vets about vaccination and preventive health care.
Staff and clients enjoy marking the first anniversary of the Buckinghamshire referral centre opening its doors.
Bayer Animal Health hopes Neptra will innovate treatment of the ear condition and replicate the product’s success in the US.
If I were a leukocyte, I know what I’d be… I’d be a band neutrophil. … more
European event sees leading parasitologists highlight the need to provide new tools against established parasites and emergent threats arising in an era of significant climate change.
BVA/AVS survey highlights growing financial concerns that may be impacting on well-being and mental health among veterinary students.
Vet finds entire cat’s claw embedded inside second cat’s eye during routine flea and worming check-up.
A veterinary nurse from Nottinghamshire is in the running for a prestigious industry award thanks to her willingness to go the extra mile.
No one likes change – it’s a scary thing. And there’s perhaps nothing scarier than … more
Final-year masters student is asking vet nurses and student vet nurses to complete a survey investigating VN and vet relationships.
Some 35 officials of vet and vet nursing governing bodies sign an open letter to colleagues urging them to stop vicious, personal online attacks on them.
Use 29 February to make a partnership proposal says author of new research into factors affecting female leadership within the profession.
With pets, like their owners, now living to an older age, more of them will … more
The British monochromatic zebra crossing has been given a colourful makeover by the University of Nottingham to demonstrate its strong commitment to inclusivity, and celebrate the diversity of all its staff and students.
Five breeds had especially high risk of elbow joint disease compared with cross-breed dogs, according to largest study.
Researchers used a fluorescent dye to tag predetermined surfaces in a large teaching hospital, and, every 24 hours, the surfaces were tagged and assessed to determine if they had been cleaned.
I’ve just read a breakthrough email – not a huge fanfare of exams passed or … more
I watched the frustration grow on her face as she struggled to lift the ovary … more
Publication from Improve International provides comprehensive information to support the diagnosis and treatment of commonly seen pathologies of dogs and cats.
System leaves “a big question mark” as to whether the profession can fill workforce gap, says BVA.
The first “for dogs, from dogs” canine bacterial gastrointestinal support product is introduced in the UK.
