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Save the Children conducting Ebola case review
The review will look at safety protocols, training, working practices and how protective equipment is used.

Review to look at how Pauline Cafferkey contracted the disease

Save the Children has announced that is has been conducting a case review since UK Ebola nurse Pauline Cafferkey was confirmed with the disease on 29 December 2014.

The Serious Event Review is looking at how the nurse could have contracted Ebola by reviewing safety protocols, training, working practices, and how protective equipment is used.

The review findings will be deliberated by a panel which includes independent health experts, who will support Save the Children and make recommendations for any actions if necessary.  

In a statement, Save the Children said: "As with other Ebola infections in health facilities, it may never be possible to be 100% sure how the patient was infected. The work of these brave health workers is never risk-free, but we are committed to doing everything possible to learn what happened and, if necessary, to make changes to our protocols and practice. Staff safety is our number one priority and our thoughts are with Pauline and her family at this very difficult time.”

Save the Children added that early findings of the review will be made available "as soon as possible."

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Greyhound Board announces change to vaccination guidance

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 The Greyhound Board of Great Britain has published new vaccination guidance, with all greyhounds registered from 1 January, 2027 required to have the L4 leptospirosis vaccination, rather than L2.

The change comes in response to the reduced availability of the 'L2' Leptospirosis vaccine across the UK, and aims to support best biosecurity practice across the racing greyhound population.

GBGB veterinary director Simon Gower, said "While rare, Leptospirosis is a serious infectious disease that can affect both dogs and humans, so it is vital that we offer our greyhounds the broadest possible protection.  

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Free webinar explores congenital heart disease in dogs

A free webinar is to provide veterinary professionals, dog breeders and pet owners an new insights into congenital heart disease.

Chris Linney, a cardiology specialist and Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VSC) member, will present the webinar from 7.00pm to 8.30pm on Wednesday, 12 November.

Dr Linney will explore the types, causes and clinical presentation of congenital heart conditions. This will include diagnostic approaches, treatment pathways and emerging research opportunities.

The session is the third to be organised by The Kennel Club, with the VCS, following an introductory webinar and a talk on acquired heart disease. Dr Linney's webinar consists of a one-hour presentation, followed by a 30-minute question and answer session.

Dr Linney said: "This webinar will be an opportunity to deepen understanding - not just of the diseases themselves, but of how breeders, vets and owners can work together to support affected dogs and improve outcomes for future generations."

Click here to register for the webinar.