May marks Mental Health Awareness Week, a crucial time for reflection, education, and support, especially within the veterinary community. As we navigate the unique challenges of our profession, it's essential to prioritize mental well-being and break the stigma surrounding mental health issues.
May is a special month in the veterinary community as it marks Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month, a time to celebrate and recognize the invaluable contributions of veterinary nurses. At The Webinar Vet, we are proud to support veterinary nurses through our Nurse Programme, an integral part of our membership offering.
In recent developments within the veterinary sphere, a stark warning has emerged regarding the heightened risk of new Bluetongue infections among livestock. As reported by Vet Times, the potential for an outbreak looms large, prompting significant concern among veterinarians and livestock owners alike.
The Webinar Vet, a leading provider of online veterinary education, and ManyPets, a prominent name in pet insurance services, proudly announce their collaboration as sponsors of the Nurse CPD Programme 2024. This partnership signifies a shared commitment to supporting and nurturing the next generation of veterinary nurses.
Is your veterinary practice an oasis of calm? It could be… Make your veterinary practice a place dogs and cats actually enjoy visiting. Plus, learn how Zoundz is enhancing shelter pet adoptions.
Are you a veterinary professional looking for valuable insights into the management of common corneal disorders? Look no further! In our recent webinar, titled "Ophthalmology: 'Get on the Case' An Interactive Case-Based Approach to the Management of a Range of Common Corneal Disorders," Dr. Emma Hancox addressed several pressing questions posed by participants.
Are you ready to take your equine practice to the next level? Look no further than our comprehensive refresher course: Equine Refresher Course: Mastering Mobility & Comfort. Led by industry experts, this course is designed to enhance your expertise in equine mobility and comfort management, ensuring optimal care for your patients.
In recent years, the field of veterinary medicine has witnessed a remarkable transformation propelled by cutting-edge technologies. Among these groundbreaking advancements, Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands out as a game-changer, revolutionizing the way veterinarians diagnose, treat, and care for animal patients. Let's delve into the fascinating realm of AI in veterinary medicine and explore its profound implications for the future of animal healthcare.
Detect strangles and respiratory diseases in 30 min
The pet industry is a vibrant ecosystem that continues to experience remarkable growth and transformation. A recent Forbes article by Richard Kestenbaum delves into the nuanced dynamics shaping this thriving sector. Let's explore the key insights and implications for veterinary professionals and pet enthusiasts alike.
As we step into the new month, The Webinar Vet is thrilled to unveil an action-packed lineup of webinars catering to all our esteemed members. With topics spanning across various species, these webinars promise to deliver invaluable insights and knowledge from leading experts in the field. Mark your calendars and get ready to enrich your veterinary expertise!
Pain scoring scales have become popular in veterinary medicine in the last decade as a tool to assess pain however, in busy practices and hospitals, it can be a challenging routine to implement often leading to the administration of prescribed analgesia without prior assessment or to suboptimal pain relief. A 2007 study evaluating the attitude of veterinary nurses in the UK using pain scoring systems revealed that only 8.1% of the practices were using formal pain scoring scales, despite 80% of participants agreeing that the scales are a useful tool¹. Furthermore, 96.8% of participants recognised that their knowledge of pain assessment could be improved¹. In a more recent survey to veterinarians and technicians in the USA, 47.6% reported using pain scoring scales routinely, 16.3% sometimes, and 36.1% not². The last group cited lack of training and busy caseload as the main reasons for not using pain scoring scales².