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WSAVA webinar on optimising antimicrobial use
Dr Luca Guardabassi, co-chair of the WSAVA Therapeutics Guidelines Group.

Speakers include Dr Luca Guardabassi, co-chair of the WSAVA Therapeutics Guidelines Group.

The World Small Animal Veterinary Association's Therapeutic Guidelines Group (TGG) is to host a free webinar for vets on 'how to optimise your antibiotic use'.

Taking place during this year's World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (18-24 November), the webinar aims to support members in the effective and responsible use of antibiotics. Speakers include:

Dr Luca Guardabassi - TGG co-chair and professor of One Health AMR at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark -  who will explore why some MRSP infections can be treated successfully with cephalexin. 

Dr Anette Loeffler - associate professor of veterinary dermatology at the Royal Veterinary College - who will deliver a session entitled ‘Canine superficial pyoderma: Yes, topical antibacterial therapy can work on its own!’ 

Dr Lisbeth Rem Jessen - associate professor of companion animal internal medicine at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark - will discuss canine acute diarrhea and when antibiotic treatment is needed.

Dr Fergus Allerto - European veterinary specialist in small animal internal medicine, Willows Veterinary Centre - who will explore stewardship initiatives to engage the missing stakeholder (the pet owner).

The webinar takes place at 11.00 am UTC on Wednesday, 23 November, moderated by TGG member Dr Stephen Page, director of advanced veterinary therapeutics, Sydney, Australia.

For further information and to register your place, click here.

 

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RCVS announces 1CPD app update

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 The RCVS has announced a new version of its 1CPD mobile app, with enhanced features for veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses to record their continuing professional development.

The mobile app includes a new 'what would you like to do?' shortcut for frequent tasks, a notification badge, and the ability to scan a QR code from the home screen to easily record an activity.

Users will be prompted to update the app from the App Store or Google Play the next time they log in. For more information, visit RCVS.org.uk 

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Nominations open for RCVS and VN Council elections

The nomination period for the 2026 RCVS Council and VN Council elections is now open, with three veterinary surgeon seats and two veterinary nurse seats available.

Prospective candidates can download an information pack and nomination form from the RCVS website. Individuals can nominate themselves for the elections, with the results to be announced in the spring.

Clare Paget, the recently appointed RCVS Registrar and elections returning officer, said: "If you want to play your part in influencing and moulding how the professions are regulated, and making key decisions on matters of great importance to your peers, the public and animal health and welfare, please consider standing for RCVS Council or VN Council next year."

Nominations close at 5pm on Saturday, 31 January 2026.