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Secretary of state pledges commitment to vets

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...

Farm Animal Editor
New antibiotic kills bugs without resistance

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...

Industry Editor
Elanco finalises acquisition of Novartis

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...

Industry Editor
Save the Children conducting Ebola case review

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...

Industry Editor
Salmonella found in Aldi chocolates

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...

Industry Editor
Charity workers and scientists honoured by the Queen

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...

Industry Editor
Ebola confirmed in Scotland

Ebola confirmed in Scotland

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

Industry Editor
Scientists predict future evolution of Salmonella

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...

Industry Editor
PDSA receives support for paid-for treatment

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...

Industry Editor
Many unaware of disease risks, survey finds

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...

Industry Editor