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Anglo-Saxon eye remedy kills MRSA
Scientists recreated a 10th century potion for eye infections from Bald’s Leechbook, an old medical textbook. Researchers ‘genuinely astonished’ An...

Consumers increasingly confused about animal medicines used in livestock
Consumers are more confused than ever about animal medicines and how they are used to protect the health and welfare...

NOAH manifesto calls for support for older people with pets
An animal health manifesto which calls for support for older people with pets has been released by the National Office...

‘Communication is the key’
RCVS candidate Dr Heidi Janicke believes that communication lies at the heart of all issues and disagreements. Here she speaks...

More work needed to prepare students for practice, says RCVS candidate
RCVS Council election candidate Peter Robinson spoke to VetCommunity about the importance of preparing students for life in veterinary...

RCVS candidate reflects on changes facing the profession
Professor Tim Greet, of Rossdales Equine Hospital, is standing for election to the RCVS Council. If elected, he would...

‘The veterinary profession is at a crossroads’
Mental health is an area in which Professor Greet says “we must strive to do better”. Tim Greet hopes to...

Vets urged to provide more information on coccidiosis
The Sheep Veterinary Society are urging vets to work closely with their farmers to provide accurate and reliable sampling data...

Better preparation for practice life needed, says candidate
“There will always be stress, but with the right attitude, we should be able to minimize it," Peter says. Council...

Rhino cake wins science bake off
Veterinary students Harry Pink and Meg Coram won first place for their cake ‘Rhinos should be Horny!’ Sutton Bonington competition...