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New One Health textbook empowers learners to take integrated approach to address health challenges
A new textbook called Principles of One Health for a better planet, edited by leading researcher Professor Barbara Häsler from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) in collaboration with international colleagues, has been published. The book offers an …A new textbook called Principles of One Health for a better planet, edited by leading researcher …
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A tale of survival: Heroic emergency services save beloved cat from burning house
Owner thanks fire service, paramedics and veterinary staff who rescued cat Whiskey from fire and provided medical care to ensure her miraculous recovery Whiskey, a one-year-old beloved domestic short-hair cat from Hatfield, has defied the odds …Owner thanks fire service, paramedics and veterinary staff who rescued cat Whiskey from fire and …
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The RVC advances efforts in wildlife and One Health research in Uganda through partnership with Conservation Through Public Health
Dr Stuart Patterson, Senior Lecturer in Wild Animal Health & Associate Dean at the RVC and Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, Founder and CEO, Conservation Through Public Health (CTPH) The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has signed a memorandum of … -
RVC’s Professor Joanne Webster elected as Fellow of the Royal Society
Professor Joanne P. Webster FMedSci, Professor of Parasitic Diseases at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society (FRS) for her considerable contributions to excellence in science. Upon her election, …Professor Joanne P. Webster FMedSci, Professor of Parasitic Diseases at the Royal Veterinary …
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The RVC appoints new diagnostic laboratories manager to drive future direction and success
The RVC has appointed Dr Libby Graham – a European specialist in Veterinary Microbiology – as its new Diagnostic Laboratories Manager, who joins the Pathobiology and Population Sciences Department, located at the RVC’s Hawkshead campus, Potters Bar. … -
Royal Veterinary College welcomes community for Open Farm Sunday
The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) opened the gates to RVC Boltons Park Farm to the public over the weekend as part of the national LEAF Open Farm Sunday initiative. More than 1,500 visitors came to see the innovative teaching farm, consisting of … -
Former RVC Senior Vice Principal honoured with OBE
Professor Stephen May recognised for contributions to veterinary education and animal welfare. Professor Stephen May, former Senior Vice Principal at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), has been appointed Officer of the Order of the British … -
Welfare crisis looms for flat faced dog breeds commonly used in advertising
Organisations with an interest in dog welfare have penned an open letter asking companies to stop using ‘flat faced’ (brachycephalic) dogs to sell products. The Brachycephalic Working Group (BWG), made up of the veterinary profession, national animal welfare organisations, scientists, and dog breed clubs are calling for companies to stop using flat faced dog breeds, such as Pugs, Bulldogs and French Bulldogs, to endorse and sell products. Soaring demand for these breeds, fuelled by their prominence in advertising and marketing campaigns, is creating a health and welfare crisis. -
Veterinary institutions come together and commit to evidence-based veterinary medicine
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In a first for the profession, 15 of the major UK member organisations, vet schools and policy-making bodies – including the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) – have today come together to affirm their commitment to veterinary medicine based on sound … -
RVC encourages blood donors to come forward
The RVC has the busiest animal hospital blood donor programme in Europe and is encouraging more donors to come forward.Most people understand the role blood donors can have in saving human life. Unbeknown to many …