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Chief Veterinary Officer, Christine Middlemiss – ‘Out of Office’ message 2019 (Part 1)!
The UK Chief Veterinary Officer, Christine Middlemiss, reflects on an exciting year so far. Look out for part 2 coming soon!
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No Clinic, No Problem
Francisco, a higher scientific officer for the Food Standard Agency (FSA) reflects on his career from university to the FSA.
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Real Vets Only Work With Animals… or Do They?
Deborah, a vet advisor for APHA, discusses her non-traditional veterinary work as a veterinary advisor for APHA.
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