84 | Canine brucella infection: what's the REAL risk to vet nurses?

In episode 84 of the Medical Nursing Podcast, we're chatting about a rare but often controversial disease - canine brucellosis.

And before you hit pause thinking 'that's great, Laura, but I'll never see that' - let me gently stop you there. Even if you're not seeing brucella cases, there's a good chance you'll be testing for it. It's a disease gaining more and more attention in veterinary medicine, particularly with the rise of travelling dogs and international adoption from endemic countries.

And if you see a positive result on your in-house test, it comes with a very long list of clinical, legal, ethical, and personal considerations, which can be really challenging to deal with.

So in this episode, we're going to cover:

• What brucellosis is and how it affects our patients

• Where the current evidence stands on testing and treatment

• The real risks to human health

• What you need to do when you suspect or are managing a brucellosis patient

• And how to advocate for safety while still giving great care

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Resources mentioned in this episode:

📲 The Brucella Canis RVN

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This podcast does not replace a veterinary surgeon's advice, and its content is provided only for information. A veterinary surgeon must diagnose all conditions, and veterinary nurses and technicians must ensure they work within local legislation and regulating body guidelines at all times. Any products or treatments discussed are for information only and do not constitute endorsements of products or services.