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Secretary of state pledges commitment to vets
Last year, the APHA (formerly AHVLA) closed seven of its 14 veterinary surveillance centres. BVA urges government to maintain surveillance...

New antibiotic kills bacteria without resistance
“Now, we can start changing our thinking about strategies for antibiotic discovery." Discovery could lead to treatments for Tuberculosis and...

Elanco finalises acquisition of Novartis
Elanco says it plans to significantly increase research and development. Combined businesses involved in more than 100 development projects Global...

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...

Salmonella found in Aldi chocolates
The product being recalled is hazelnut wrapped in waffle and milk chocolate. (file photo) Supermarket recalls batch of Choceur Treasures...

Charity workers and scientists honoured by the Queen
Two charity workers received MBEs for services to animal welfare. Recipients of the Queen’s New Year’s Honours revealed Numerous charity...

Ebola confirmed in Scotland
Public Health England will contact and monitor all those who were on the same flights as the patient. Risk to...

Scientists predict future evolution of Salmonella
Although rare, invasive Salmonella infections in people can be life-threatening. New research examines the evolution of four strains of infection...

PDSA receives support for paid-for treatment
The proposed changes would allow the PDSA to provide veterinary treatment "whether at free, at a reduced charge, or at...

Many unaware of disease risks, survey finds
Asian longhorn beetles, which travel on plants and wood packaging, kill a range of hardwood trees. Defra warns Christmas holidaymakers...