Category Archives: Medicinal News

One Health poster shortlisted for Antibiotic Guardian award

28 April 2017

This year's World Veterinary Day will focus on AMR

A ‘One Health' initiative, led by the British Veterinary Association (BVA), to promote ways of reducing the risk of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in animals and humans has been shortlisted for the Antibiotic Guardian Award 2017.

BVA, in partnership with the British Medical Association (BMA), Public Health...

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Anthelmintic reclassification causes concern for vets

16 March 2017

BVA believes that prescribing of anthelmintics requires a level of control best provided by a veterinary surgeon

BVA has expressed concern following the announcement by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) regarding the reclassification of Zolvix, an anthelmintic for sheep, from POM-V to a POM-VPS.

BVA President Gudrun Ravetz said:

"We know that resistance to anthelmintics is...

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LA-MRSA low risk outcome welcomed by leading vets

02 March 2017

the risk assessment looked at the risks associated with the preparation, handling and/or consumption of foodstuffs in the UK

The results of the Food Standards Association (FSA) risk assessment on MRSA and LA-MRSA showing a low risk of transmission to UK consumers has been welcomed by the British Veterinary Association (BVA).

The FSA risk assessment...

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Vets and doctors ask patients, are you antibiotic aware?

16 November 2016

Leading human & animal medical organisations have created a poster to promote responsible antibiotic use

Leading human and animal medical organisations – the British Medical Association (BMA), BVA, Public Health England (PHE) and Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) – have joined forces for the first time to launch a ‘One Health' poster for waiting rooms...

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Professor Sarah Cleaveland OBE awarded as “a true champion” for One Health

22 September 2016

Professor Sarah Cleaveland OBE, Chiron Award 2016

Professor Sarah Cleaveland OBE was today (22 September) announced as the recipient of the British Veterinary Association's (BVA) prestigious Chiron Award.

The award recognises the distinctive contributions Sarah has made as a true champion for One Health and acknowledges the impacts of her research on human and animal...

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Vets welcome Government commitment to global AMR action

16 September 2016

BVA welcome the Government's commitment to viewing AMR as an international issue

Earlier this year the Review on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), chaired by Lord Jim O'Neill, issued their final report and recommendations for tackling drug-resistant infections globally. Today (16 September 2016) the British Government have issued their response, outlining their reaction to the recommendations...

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