Ali Budgell reports on a Veterinary Christian Fellowship CPD day held at Cambridge, including a talk about eyes by University of Cambridge lecturer David Williams.
Laura Woodward suggests how vets and VNs can use mind techniques, such as cognitive behavioural therapy, to create a positive state of mind and emotional well-being.
Jenny Stavisky highlights the importance of disease management in these locations and provides a guide of best practice in how to avert or contain any potential outbreaks.
Roger Evans reflects on dairy farmers struggling with the low price paid for their milk in relation to production costs and proposes what he considers to be a fair minimum.
Lynn Forster details proceedings from this year’s CVS conference, which focused on the opportunities available for team members working for the veterinary group.
The CVS Group has joined forces with the Dachshund Breed Council in an x-ray screening programme aimed at reducing the prevalence of a crippling back disease in the species.
David Beeston draws on personal experience to offer advice on how to prepare, mentally and physically, for veterinary school, emphasising the importance of camaraderie.
Due to columnist Bob Michell's death on 8 October, we have taken the decision this will be the final Speculum column. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and former colleagues.
James Barnett reports on this year’s gathering of marine mammal scientists and vets, which was held on the Portuguese island, with research details by some of the attendees.