In this podcast, Vetlife Trustee Katie Moore and Dr. Neil Greenberg from Vetlife Health Support discuss some of the current challenges faced by the veterinary community, and share practical ways to protect your mental health at this time. […]
A brief history of Vetlife
Over a century of history Vetlife and the Veterinary Defence Society share a history that dates back to 1865 when The Veterinary Mutual Defence Society was founded in Manchester by a small group of Veterinary Surgeons. From the very beginning this defence society had an equally important benevolence function and to reflect this, in 1867, […]
Medivet take on ice bucket challenge for Vetlife
As part of mental health awareness week in May, Medivet launched a group-wide ice bucket challenge to increase awareness of mental health, and raise funds for Vetlife. The ice bucket challenge involves the fundraiser having a bucket of ice water poured over their head – not one for the faint-hearted! Giving back to Vetlife Chantelle […]
International Yoga Day for a global veterinary community
For International Yoga Day (21st June), locum vet and yoga teacher Chloe Hannigan shares how her yoga practice helps her through times of difficulty. Chloe founded VetYogi in 2017 with the goal of delivering the practices of yoga and meditation to busy veterinary professionals. To say the last few months have been challenging across the […]
Mental Health Awareness Week – Making exercise a kindness
As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, BVA Regional Representative and runner Nat Scroggie discusses honestly her own ups and downs with exercise and mental health, particularly during COVID-19. I write a blog under the name This Vet Runs, where I record my experiences around exercise and wellbeing. So, you might think a piece on […]
Mental Health Awareness Week – Parenting through a pandemic
As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, Liz Barton editor of Veterinary Woman shares her thoughts and tips on parenting through a pandemic The paradigm shift in living since lockdown is difficult to cope with for an emotionally developed brain, let alone one that is already in overdrive with the business of growing up. I […]
Wellbeing tips for students during COVID-19
The Coronavirus pandemic is having a profound impact on the veterinary industry and the society and animals we dedicate our careers to. Vet students at the start of their veterinary careers are being affected too, and whilst everyone’s situation is different we know there are common experiences: uncertainty, financial worries, disruption to extra mural studies […]
COVID-19 FAQ
Frequently asked questions (FAQ’s) for the veterinary community We’ve put together this COVID-19 FAQ page to help you find the information you’re looking for. If you have any further questions which don’t appear on this list, feel free to email us at [email protected]. I’ve been furloughed and am sitting at home and want to help […]
COVID-19 and support for the veterinary professions
We are working to provide guidance and resources to support the veterinary community during the COVID-19 outbreak. Vetlife Helpline Manager Dr. Rosie Allister has produced a guide on looking after yourself and others at this time, and there are links to other resources about finance, housing, and keeping updated. Our guidance is updated regularly and […]
5 ways to get your body moving this New Year
Regular physical activity has a huge potential to enhance our wellbeing and mental health. However, it can be difficult to know how to get started. Holly Sutton from Vetfit shares 5 ways to get yourself moving this new year, no matter your ability. Fitness is for everyone, regardless of your level of athleticism, so don’t […]
