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Veterinary Practice Today publishes guide to GDPR
The supplement is described as 'a complete guide to looking after client data'.
Supplement prepares practices for new data protection rules

A special supplement designed to help veterinary practices prepare for the forthcoming General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has been published by the journal Veterinary Practice Today.

The supplement, ‘Looking after data makes good business sense’, is described as a ‘complete guide to looking after client data.’ It features an overview of the new legislation, information on how it is different to the Data Protection Directive (DDP), and how the regulation applies to veterinary practices.

It also explains some of the key terms associated with the GDPR, such as ‘individual rights’ and ‘processing’, before looking in more detail at the steps practice owners will need to take to become GDPR-compliant.

Author Andrew Horrex, who has more than 30 years’ experience in the IT industry, stressed the importance of veterinary practices meeting the new standards:

“I would urge practice owners to look closely at their data security and privacy procedures and update their terms and conditions as soon as possible,” he said. “With this soon to become law, it is advisable to be prepared.”

The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is designed to protect citizens and reshape the way organisations approach data privacy. It will enter into force in the UK on the 25 May 2018, after which there will be serious penalties for non-compliance.

The supplement, ‘Looking after data makes good business sense: is your practice ready for the new data protection law?’, is available to view at http://vetsystems.com/vpt/index.html?catalog=vpt_gdpr_jan2018a and download at http://vetsystems.com/vpt/catalogs/vpt_gdpr_jan2018a/pdf/complete.pdf

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Practices urged to audit neutering data

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 RCVS Knowledge has called on vet practices to audit their post-operative neutering outcomes.

It follows the release of the 2024 NASAN benchmarking report, which collates data from neutering procedures performed on dogs, cats and rabbits.

The benchmarking report enables practices in the UK and Ireland to compare their post-operative outcomes to the national average. This includes the rate of patients lost to follow-up, which in 2024 increased to 23 per cent.

Anyone from the practice can submit the data using a free template. The deadline for next report is February 2026.

Visit the RCVS Knowledge website to complete an audit. 

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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.