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Congratulations to the BSAVA Awardees
The first day of BSAVA Congress saw some very special people being honoured with the prestigious BSAVA Awards, which aim to recognise the inspiring work and contributions made by some in the veterinary profession.

Congratulations to all those that were awarded. See below for the winners.

Amoroso Award (presented for outstanding contributions to small animal studies by a non-clinical member of university staff) - Alexander ‘Sandy’ Trees BVM&S PhD DipEVPC MRCVS

Melton Award (presented annually for meritorious contributions by veterinary surgeons to small animal veterinary practice) - Amanda Boag MA VetMB DipACVIM DipACVECC FHEA MRCVS

Simon Award (presented annually to a member of the BSAVA for outstanding contributions in the field of veterinary surgery) - Philip Lhermette BSc (Hons) CBiol MSB BVetMed MRCVS

Woodrow Award (presented to a member of the BSAVA for outstanding contributions in the field of small animal veterinary medicine) - Alex German BVSc (Hons) PhD CertSAM DipECVIM-CA MRCVS

J.A. Wight Memorial Award (presented to recognise outstanding contributions to the welfare of companion animals) - Clare Rusbridge BVMS PhD DipECVN MRCVS

Petsavers Award (presented to the author of the best clinical research paper published in the Journal of Small Animal Practice during the 12 months ending 31 October 2010) - Samantha Taylor BVetMed (Hons) CertSAM DipECVIM-CA MRCVS

Dunkin Award (presented to the author of the most valuable article published in the Journal of Small Animal Practice by a small animal practitioner during the 12 months ending 31st October 2010) - Graham Hayes MA VetMB CertSAS MRCVS

Blaine Award (presented for outstanding contributions to the advancement of small animal veterinary medicine or surgery) - Professor Gail K. Smith VMD PhD

Special World Veterinary Year 2011 Award - l’École Nationale Vétérinaire de Lyon – Award accepted by Dr Stephane Martinot

Professor N. Sydney Moise DVM MS
Bourgelat Award (presented annually by the BSAVA as the primary international recognition for really outstanding contributions to the field of small animal practice) - Professor N. Sydney Moïse DVM MS

Clinical Research Abstracts 2010 - Medicine (awarded by the BSAVA for the best medical Clinical Research Abstract presented by a Resident or graduate student at BSAVA Congress 2010) - James Yeates BSc BVSc DWEL PhD MRCVS

Clinical Research Abstracts 2010 - Surgery (presented by the BSAVA for the best surgical Clinical Research Abstract presented by a Resident or graduate student at BSAVA Congress 2010) - Sarah Thomson BVSc CertVA MRCVS

Clinical Research Abstracts 2010 - Practitioner (presented by the BSAVA for the best Clinical Research Abstract presented by a practitioner at BSAVA Congress 2010) - Lorenzo Novello

Unfortunately, this year the Frank Beattie Travel Scholarship was not awarded due to a lack of applications meeting the requisite standard. However, this means that the Award funds will roll over to 2012, increasing the scholarship to £4000 for next year’s recipient.

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RUMA CA&E extends survey deadline

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 RUMA CA&E has extended the deadline for its online survey into vaccine availability.

Vets, SQPs, retailers and wholesalers will now have until Friday, 26 September at 5pm to submit their response.

The survey aims to further understanding into the vaccine supply challenges faced by the sector. It will also consider the short and long term impacts of disruption issues.

Insights are anonymous, and will be shared with industry stakeholders and government bodies.

The survey can be accessed here. 

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Dechra launches checklist for veterinary sustainability

Global animal health specialist Dechra has announced the world's first Veterinary Green Theatre Checklist (VGTC) to help make surgery more sustainable.

Endorsed by leading veterinary organisations, including the BEVA, BVNA and RCVS Knowledge, the checklist is designed to reduce the environmental footprint of veterinary care, while supporting better animal health outcomes.

The checklist was launched at the World Congress of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia in Paris and will be followed by an internal training and awareness campaign. For more information, visit dechra.com