Why and Why Now? Please note that this article discusses the topics of suicide and euthanasia. Please read with caution and if you or anyone you know needs help, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636. Whilst the prevalence of mental health issues in […]
Eagle Post: A consideration of the past year in the US
The year 2018 brought turmoil to the US veterinary profession, making it a miniature reflection of the turmoil in the US. Mergers and acquisitions Coming off its multibillion-dollar buy in 2017, of the second-largest veterinary hospital chain in North America (Veterinary Clinics of America or VCA), Mars Inc. (yes, the […]
Burnout: an occupational hazard we cannot ignore
It is well established that veterinarians suffer a higher suicide rate than the general adult population. Research by former Australian Veterinary Association President Helen Jones found that veterinarians were four times more likely to take their lives when compared to non-veterinarians. In absolute numbers, the number of veterinarians who commit […]