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Benefits of disease avoidance

WebThere are also wider benefits. Good disease avoidance practices help to protect: your local farming and rural community, allowing freedom to operate day-to-day without disease …

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Movement of animals

WebMovement of animals. The highest risk of introducing disease comes from adding new animals to your herd or flock, but there is also a risk when moving your own animals: …

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SONAAR Report 2021

WebIn line with the One Health approach, this report includes information from 2021 on antimicrobial use and resistance in humans, animals and the environment. In 2021, the …

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Health and biosecurity plans

WebThe SAHPS (Animal Health Planning System) is a web-based software developed by Scotland’s Rural College ( SRUC) to support vets and farmers involved in flock and herd …

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Quarantine and isolation

WebThis is referred to as isolation and it allows sick animals to rest and recover and prevents disease spreading around the pen, group or wider farm. The key adviser is your vet who …

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Scottish One Health Antimicrobial Use and Antimicrobial …

WebA 'One Health' approach to tackling AMR was adopted in Scotland in 2016 and acknowledges that the health of humans, animals and the environment are interconnected.

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Storage and disposal of antibiotics

WebStorage and disposal of antibiotics. Correct storage of medicines such as antibiotics (and vaccines) will ensure best effect of these treatments. You should store them: in line with …

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Outbreaks of disease

WebOutbreaks of disease. It is essential that any disease is detected early to enable prompt diagnosis, containment and treatment. Steps you can take. You can take steps to detect …

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Wildlife sanctuaries and rescue centres

WebRSPCA Establishment Standards for Wildlife Rehabilitation provide guidance on provision of animal health and welfare for rehabilitated wildlife; general principles for record keeping; …

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