Veterinary Medicines Directorate
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We are seeking a Non-Executive Director to join our Management Board and Chair the Audit and Risk Assurance Committee (ARAC).
Extramural Studies Placement 2025
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Opportunity for veterinary students to apply to attend a one-week extramural studies (EMS) placement in July 2025.
VMD response to concerns raised following media reports of serious adverse events in cats administered Solensia.
Librela solution for injection in dogs
News story
VMD response to concerns raised following media reports of serious adverse events in dogs administered Librela.
Over 13,000 AbPrazole and Absucralfate products destined for sites across the UK were seized by VMD enforcement officers.
Veterinary Antimicrobial Resistance and Sales Surveillance 2023
Research and analysis
This UK VARSS report provides the details of UK veterinary antibiotic resistance and sales surveillance.
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The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) protects animal health, public health and the environment.
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