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| | + | desc none}}<big>[[Veterinary Education Online|Wikipages]] </big><br>Recommended pages |
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| − | From arthritis and bird flu to vaccines and zoo animal health, Dr Mark Cleasby (Dr Matthias Kleinz - on episodes 1 to 20) and his colleagues will give you
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| − | an insight into the work conducted at the UK's largest veterinary school. In bite size interviews with experts you can find out how the Royal Veterinary
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| − | College, the University of London’s veterinary school, is pushing the frontiers in veterinary medicine and basic science.
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| | + | desc none}}<big>[[WikiQuiz]] </big><br>An extensive collection of multiple choice quizzes organised by category, discipline and species |
| | + | {{!}} <big>WikiQuiz contains multiple choice questions for both preclinical and clinical topics with feedback and links to the relevant WikiVet article.</big> |
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| − | - '''Immune-mediated diseases and the role of Regulatory T cells in dogs and humans''' ''(13.2MB MPEG-4)'' <br>
| + | desc none}}<big>[[Flashcards]] </big><br>Test your knowledge using flashcard type questions |
| − | A number of diseases arise because the immune system begins to attack the body’s own cells. Here Dr Oliver Garden describes how these diseases arise and
| + | {{!}} <big>Flashcards are a self assessment tool with questions, answers and links to the relevant article on WikiVet.</big> |
| − | his research into the role of a particular type of immune cell, the regulatory T cell, in this phenomenon across species.
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| − | - '''Strategies for prevention of MRSA infections in animals and humans''' ''(6.9MB MPEG-4)'' <br>
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| − | The possibility of Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) infection is now a concern for many patients receiving hospital treatment. However,
| + | {{!}} <big>WikiVet Media is WikiVet's own video website where you can find a large collection of veterinary videos on anatomy, husbandry and clinical topics.</big> |
| − | accumulating evidence shows that MRSA can also be carried by animals and then passed on to people in contact. Here Professor Katharina Staerk and
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| − | colleagues describe their research to identify novel methods of preventing MRSA infection and transmission as part of an EU consortium.
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| − | - '''Anal furunculosis in dogs''' ''(9.3MB MPEG-4)'' <br>
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| − | Anal furunculosis is a particularly unpleasant disease of the rear end that particularly affects German Shepherd dogs. Here Dr Brian Catchpole and Prof
| + | {{!}} <big>Currently we have links to the largest set of veterinary podcasts on Clinical, Research and Disease topics.</big> |
| − | Susan Gregory outline the traditional way the disease is identified and treated, their recent findings on how it may be caused, and how these findings
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| − | [[RVC 47]] | + | rect 0 0 360 350 [[Computer Aided Learning]] |
| − | - '''Hot topics in animal locomotion research''' ''(4.5MB MPEG-4)'' <br>
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| − | Methods of locomotion vary greatly across the animal kingdom according to size, number of legs and evolutionary niche. However, it seems that there are a
| + | {{!}} <big>A selection of the best free veterinary computer aided learning programs for vets and students</big> |
| − | great many common themes between species. Here Dr Andrew Spence discusses the latest ideas in locomotion research, with particular reference to the dog...
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| − | - '''Immunological Tolerance of Pregnancy in the Mare'''''(5.7MB MPEG-4)'' <br>
| + | desc none}}<big>[[CABI_AHPC_Pages|Full Text Articles]] </big><br>Articles from CAB Abstract and Compendium |
| − | A foetus presents an immunological, as well as a nutritional, challenge to its mother. Here Dr Mandi de Mestre describes how the equine placenta, hormonal
| + | {{!}} <big>WikiVet has worked with CABI to provide links to their comprehensive Veterinary Compendium and summarised key pages</big> |
| − | and immune systems interact to handle these challenges and how her research is revealing the mechanisms involved.
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| − | - '''Human Filarial Diseases''' ''(7.1MB MPEG-4)'' <br>
| + | desc none}}<big>[[WikiLinks|Veterinary Web Links]]</big><br>Oc{{!}} <big>es Resource |
| − | Diseases caused by parasitic worms are a common problem in humans and animals, especially in the developing world. Here Dr Rachel Lawrence describes how
| + | {{!}} <big>We have the largest listing of educational web links on the web and many of these have been reviewed by vets and students</big> |
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| − | - '''Surgical Treatment of Heart Valve Disease in Dogs'''''(8.1MB MPEG-4)'' <br> | + | desc none}}<big>[[OVAM]] </big><br>Anatomy Museum Resources |
| − | Heart murmurs in young dogs are a fairly frequent finding in small animal practice, but in some cases they may reflect severe congenital abnormalities.
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| − | Here, Professor Dan Brockman describes the treatments available for these dogs, with particular reference to the surgical repair of pulmonic stenosis.
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| − | - '''Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinoses – degenerative neurological diseases of humans and dogs''' ''(5.7MB MPEG-4)'' <br>
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| − | Dr Claire Russell discusses the molecular basis and the clinical impact of a series of inherited degenerative neurological diseases – the neuronal ceroid
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| − | lipofuscinoses (NCLs) - of humans and dogs, with particular reference to her studies aimed at identifying the genetic defects implicated and ameliorating
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| − | - '''Wildlife Reservoirs of Disease and Tuberculosis'''''(6.1MB MPEG-4)'' <br>
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| − | Badgers are often blamed for the persistence of tuberculosis in cattle herds in parts of the UK. Here Dr Julian Drewe describes his research on the
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| − | dynamics of UK badger populations and meerkat communities in Africa and the potential importance of this for the spread of TB within and between species.
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| − | The prevalence of tuberculosis in cattle is increasing again in the UK. Here, Dr Steven Van Winden discusses the nature of the disease, its epidemiology
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| − | - '''Virology of H1N1 Influenza (“Swine Flu”)''' ''(6.9MB MPEG-4)'' <br>
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| − | In our second recording on the subject of Swine Flu, Prof Colin Howard describes the nature of the influenza virus, how new strains arise so frequently and
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| − | - '''Epidemiology of H1N1 Influenza (“Swine Flu”)''' ''(6.1MB MPEG-4)'' <br>
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| − | The latest influenza strain, “Swine Flu”, has been making headlines around the world in 2009. Professor Katharina Stärk explains the nature of the pandemic | |
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| − | Endothelial cells line all the blood vessels in our bodies and disease processes culminating in heart attack and stroke start with problems in these cells.
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| − | Prof Caroline Wheeler-Jones explains her work examining the importance of particular enzymes and signalling pathways in the function of endothelial cells,
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| − | - '''Lactation Curve Modelling in Dairy Cattle and Sheep'''''(8.9MB MPEG-4)'' <br>
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| − | Maximising milk yield without sacrificing fertility is a key objective of research in the dairy industry. Here, Dr Geoff Pollott describes his methods for
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| − | - '''Current and Future Trends in Veterinary Education and the Profession''' ''(8.6MB MPEG-4)'' <br>
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| − | In this podcast Professor Quintin McKellar, the Principal of the Royal Veterinary College, gives his perspective on the current and projected future
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| − | changes taking place in veterinary education and in the profession as a whole and their potential impact in a variety of spheres of interest.
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| − | - '''New Advances in the Treatment of Epilepsy in Dogs'''''(6.0MB MPEG-4)'' <br>
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| − | Epilepsy is a common condition in dogs and cats and is distressing for pet and owner alike. In this podcast, Dr Holger Volk describes the best treatments
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| − | Intensive care has long been an important facility in human hospitals. In our latest podcast, Karen Humm describes how facilities and knowledge in this
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| − | In the latest episode of the RVC Podcast, Veterinary Radiologist Chris Lamb describes the application of MRI and CT scanning to veterinary practice. In
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| − | In the latest episode of the RVC Podcast, Dr Richard Piercy explains the pathology, diagnosis and management of exertional rhabdomyolysis, a common and
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| − | Adrian Boswood of the RVC’s Small Animal Cardiac referral service reviews mitral valve disease, the commonest cause of heart failure in small breed dogs,
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| − | Professor Peter Chantler describes the protein structures that make up the skeleton of living cells and how they ingeniously combine to provide the means
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| − | In our latest podcast, Dr Kim Whittlestone and Jeff Bullock describe the role of the Lifelong Independent Veterinary Education (LIVE) Centre at the RVC and
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| − | We’re constantly told that too much fat in our diet is bad for the health of ourselves and our animals. However it now seems that very particular types of
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| − | In the latest RVC podcast, Professor Dirk Werling describes the importance of the Innate Immune System in combating infection by micro-organisms and the
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| − | Dr John Hutchinson describes his high tech approaches to investigating the mechanics of how animals move, in particular how elephants walk and run, and how
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| − | Mitochondria are cell organelles which play a critical role in energy supply in most higher organisms. But how did that role develop and how do they
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| − | achieve this function? In the latest episode of the RVC Podcast Dr Michelangelo Campanella discusses these questions and relates his research findings on
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| − | Syringomyelia is a serious inherited disease which affects the nervous system of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels in particular. In her 2nd foray into
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| − | Fits in your four-legged friend can be a very distressing presentation for owner and vet alike. But when is this epilepsy and what can be done about it? Dr
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| − | I’m sure everyone has stopped to admire the impressive sight of a stag during the rut. But what is the biology underlying the phenomenon of annual antler
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| − | So why is it necessary to get your horse vaccinated? In this podcast Professors Josh Slater and Ken Smith discuss the features and diagnosis of the common
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| − | disease syndromes caused by Equine Herpesvirus infection and how ongoing research is yielding valuable information about means of preventing them. [Mark
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| − | Itching is a real nuisance both for animals and humans. No matter whether your dog is affected, if you see 'itchy' dogs every day in the clinics or are
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| − | merely interested in the topic, this podcast interview with Dr Anke Hendricks, Lecturer in Veterinary Dermatology at the RVC, will provide you with a
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| − | - '''Aging and the Immune System''' ''(13.0MB MPEG-4)'' <br>
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| − | Everyone is aware that crows feet, aching joints and forgetfulness are the signs of aging. And not even our animal friends are safe from the grey hairs of
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| − | old age. But if you have not heard about immunosenesence before, then you should listen to this podcast, where Dr Donald Palmer explains the processes and
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| − | Have you heard about Chronic Enteropathies before, but don't quite know what they do and how they may be treated? In this week's RVC podcast, Dr Karin
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| − | Allensbach talks to us about the latest clinical approaches to Chronic Enteropathies and about a new drug which may help to treat this condition in dogs
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| − | In the last of our series of podcasts on bluetongue we will be talking to Katharina Stärk, Professor for Veterinary Public Health at the Royal Veterinary
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| − | - '''Bluetongue Disease 2''' ''(10.2MB MPEG-4)'' <br>
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| − | Did the last RVC podcast trigger your interest in Bluetongue disease? Then listen to the new episode, where Prof Joe Brownlie explains why we are still
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| − | - '''Bluetongue Disease 1''' ''(20.8MB MPEG-4)'' <br>
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| − | If you think that Bluetongue is the latest trend in body art, then you are are on the wrong track!
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| − | Have you ever been wondering if the efforts of Médecins Sans Frontières in providing development and emergency aid to developing countries are matched by
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| − | the veterinary profession? At least since Nick Short co-founded VETAID, the British daughter organisation of the European Vétérinaires Sans Frontières,
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| − | vets from the UK have actively been trying to help the lives of thousands of Africans by helping them improve the health of the animals they live with.
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| − | Have you ever wondered why the veterinary authorities in the UK fight the current outbreaks of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in the way that they do? Then
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| − | - '''Strangles''' ''(15.6MB MPEG-4)'' <br>
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| − | Strangles, a respiratory infection of horses caused by ''Streptococcus equi'' bacteria, was acknowledged as a major threat when horses were still used
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| − | You know that smoking and drinking during pregnancy is bad for the baby, but think that a sweet treat can’t be that bad? After all the mother is eating for
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| − | two… Well, think again! The latest findings made by Stephanie Bayol and Neil Stickland at the RVC’s Department of Basic Science show that a junk food diet
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| − | does not only impair the development of the fetus in the womb, but may teach the offspring a preference for these sweet and fatty treats. So inheritance is
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| − | not just about the genes, it is also about the environment. And the prenatal environment seems to be of particular importance when inheriting feeding
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| − | - '''BVD/MD '''''(7.1MB MPEG-4)'' <br>
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| − | You have no idea what BVD/MD stands for? Then this podcast is made for you. But Professors Joe Brownlie and Dirk Werling will also be able to give those
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| − | who have heard about Bovine Viral Diarrhoea and Mucosal Disease before an insight into how their work will transform the strategies to fight this major
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| − | Find out how the RVC's Professor Jonathan Elliot and Dr Patricia Harris from the Waltham Centre of Pet Nutrition are pushing the frontiers in equine
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| − | Hear what Professors Claire Wathes and Martin Sheldon are doing to solve the dilemma of infertility in high yielding dairy cows.
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| − | - '''Improving Clinical Care of Diabetic Cats and Dogs'''''(3.7MB MPEG-4)'' <br>
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| − | Listen to Prof David Church and Dr Brian Catchpole sharing their experiences on improving the clinical care of diabetic cats and dogs.
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