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WVA to highlight key priorities for global veterinary medicine
WVA president
Dr. Rene Carlson will deliver a lecture at BVA Congress 2015.
President to deliver thought-provoking lecture at BVA Congress

The president of the World Veterinary Association (WVA) is to highlight key priorities for global veterinary medicine at BVA Congress next week.

Dr. Rene Carlson will deliver a thought-provoking lecture on "One Health, One World - how every veterinarian can help tackle global challenges" at this year's London Vet Show (19-20 November).

During her talk, Dr. Carlson will argue that every vet can - and must - play a role in assuring the long-time credibility and integrity of the veterinary profession to improve animal and human health.

She will also highlight several strategic priorities for global veterinary medicine, including her expertise and opinion on veterinary education, animal welfare, pharmaceutical stewardship, zoonotic disease, food security, and relevant intergovernmental and non-governmental partnerships.

“I am delighted to speak at BVA Congress, the key political event in the veterinary calendar, and I welcome this opportunity to outline what One Health means to, and for, vets worldwide," said Dr Carlson."Every one of us in the veterinary profession can positively contribute to improving both animal and human health and I look forward to hearing feedback on what the challenges and opportunities ahead could be.”

BVA President Sean Wensley added: “As the growth of digital technology and ease of travel move us away from micro towards macro communities, the One Health Agenda has never been more important - and this is a unique on-our-doorstep opportunity to hear a world veterinary leader discuss the priorities for us all in the veterinary profession.

"That Dr Carlson is also choosing to highlight the importance of partnerships with government and other organisations underlines that no vet works in a vacuum, and underlines how critical veterinary knowledge is for sound policy and political decision making."

For more information on the talk, which takes place on 20 November from 10.30 to 11.30, visit: www.bva.co.uk

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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.