Did you know we are born with 300 bones but when we die we only have 206? Exercise plays an important part when maintaining bones and joints. It helps improve your balance which reduces the chances of falling. Building muscle around joints is a good way to make sure your bones are supported. Yoga is […]
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Health and Fitness tip of the Week: You may find this humerus!
Top tips for keeping rabbits cool this summer!
Are you making sure your pets are staying cool and safe in the rising temperatures this summer? The British Veterinary Association (BVA), British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) and British Veterinary Zoological Society (BVZS) are advising that you take extra care if you are a rabbit owner as they are particularly vulnerable in high heats. […]
CAW students and staff raise over £700 for worthy charities!
Students and staff at our Edinburgh centre are thrilled to have raised £784 at Edinburgh’s Gung Ho Event on Saturday 11 June, efforts which have not gone unnoticed by Edinburgh Centre Manager Karen Hibell, who was quick to congratulate those involved: “The College has a proud history of fundraising for good causes and, as always, I’m […]
CAW students and staff raise over £700 for worthy charities!
Students and staff at The College of Animal Welfare in Edinburgh are thrilled to have raised £784 at Edinburgh’s Gung Ho Event on Saturday 11 June, efforts which have not gone unnoticed by Edinburgh Centre Manager Karen Hibell, who was quick to congratulate those involved: “The College has a proud history of fundraising for good […]
Health and Fitness tip of the Week: Forgiveness
Holding on to anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned. – Buddha When somebody or something makes you unhappy, you have two choices: you can dwell on hurtful events and situations, or you can accept what has happened, and […]
RCVS launch six week consultation on CPD policy
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) is engaging in a consultation with both veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses regarding its continuing professional development (CPD) and lifelong learning policy, running from 17 June to 29 July. The RCVS currently expect veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses to undertake 105 and 45 hours of CPD respectively over […]
Health and Fitness tip of the Week: Looking after your heart!
Did you know that the heart is the strongest muscle in your body? Every day, your heart creates enough energy to drive a truck for 20 miles. It’s even strong enough to keep beating after it has been detached from the body. You heart can pump around 1.5 million barrels of blood during your lifetime. […]
New degree section on Clinical Coach area on VLE
A new area on our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) has been developed for clinical coaches supporting degree students. Click the red BSc button along the top of the clinical coach area and then select the relevant section for the student you are supporting. The RVC area provides you with a link to the RVC learn […]
RCVS Release New Day One Skills for Veterinary Nurses and Registration Rules
The RCVS VN Council have met and released new day one skills for veterinary nurses. These can be found on their website. These day one skills should be used alongside the RCVS Code of Professional Conduct for Veterinary Nurses, as the RCVS has made reference to these for additional guidance. The RCVS have also released amended […]
Health and Fitness Tip of the Week: Bring on the sunshine!
Did You Know sunshine directly onto your skin helps you produce vitamin D, which fights depression, heart disease & osteoporosis? Sunlight has all sorts of health benefits such as; reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes, strengthening bones, lowering blood pressure and helping you sleep better. Although sunshine is great for increasing our mood and […]