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Peeing contagious for chimpanzees, study finds

When one chimp urinates, others are likely to follow.
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Chatter box RCVS' Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has launched round two of its veterinary mental health research grants.

Researchers have until 11.59pm on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 to apply for a grant for research which reflects MMI's 2025 focus areas.

Only one Impact Grant was awarded last year, and so this year there are two Discovery Grants and one Impact Grants available. Each Discovery Grant is worth £5,000 and the Impact Grant is worth £15,000.

For more information or to apply, email researchgrants@rcvs.org.uk to contact the MMI team.

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BVNA marks 60th anniversary

Members are invited to share photos and memories.
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Veterinary Nurse Educator Award nominations open

The award celebrates the commitment of staff who support veterinary nurses.
BVNA launches new guidance on delegating to RVNs

 The resource sets out how to maximise the role of vet nurses.
Most new vet nurses positive about their training

 Sixty per cent of respondents went on to work at their training practice.
BVNA launches online pet behaviour hub

 The resources will support members to learn more about animal behaviour.
BVNA awards honorary membership to Nicholas Taylor RVN

Association also confirms its charity of the year.
BVNA president begins second term

New council members also welcomed at AGM.
BVNA shares initial findings of VN Profession survey

 Over half of respondents knew a 'vet nurse' who wasn't qualified or regulated.
RCVS updates VN training standards framework

The framework is reviewed by the College every five years.
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Wales licenses Bluetongue vaccines for voluntary use

The Welsh government has approved three Bluetongue vaccines for emergency use in Wales.

From 1 March an online general licence will become available for the vaccines' use. They will then be obtainable on prescription and can be sold by veterinary practices.

After appropriate guidance, livestock keepers will be permitted to administer the vaccines themselves. The vaccines must be prescribed by a veterinary surgeon and detailed vaccination records must be kept for five years.

The decision comes as Bluetongue virus (BTV-3) continues to spread across England. The three vaccines are already licensed for use in England.

Richard Irvine, CVO for Wales, said: "This decision to licence these vaccines was informed by our recent risk assessment indicating that Wales is now at high risk of experiencing an incursion of Bluetongue this year.

"Our primary aim is to keep Bluetongue out of Wales through biosecurity, vigilance and safe sourcing of livestock."
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