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The National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) represents the UK animal medicines industry: its aim is to promote the benefits of safe, effective, quality medicines for the health and welfare of all animals.

NOAH chairman: public recognition of the benefits of animal medicines is growing
The new Chairman of the National Office for Animal Health (NOAH) has said public perceptions about animal medicines and the need for science to help support food production are becoming increasingly positive.

John Hanley, VP and General Manager UK and Ireland for Zoetis, was speaking at the NOAH Annual Dinner, at the Tower Hotel in London, on 2 May 2013 where his Chairmanship was announced.

New NOAH chairman John Hanley speaking at the NOAH Dinner
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NCAH prizes awarded at NOAH annual dinner
The highest scoring candidates that gained the NOAH Certificate of Animal Health (NCAH) during 2012 received prizes at the NOAH annual dinner in London on 2 May.

First prize of £100 went to overall winner Sarah Endersby, Senior Veterinary Advisor for Ceva Animal Health.

Sarah Endersby

The NOAH Certificate of Animal Health (NCAH) is designed to give candidates a thorough grounding in animal physiology, animal disease and treatment options, as well as giving them a full knowledge of the legal framework in which medicines are regulated, advertised and sold. It is aimed at sales staff in the animal health industry.


2012's top NCAH students with Prof Lord Trees (left) and NOAH chief executive Phil Sketchley (right)
L to r: Sarah Endersby; Roxie Murray; Philippa Bingham; Richard Bull; Johanna Gater-Willats; Faith Poole; In front: Rupert Bridges; Kingsley Baxendale


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NOAH writer / broadcaster of the year announced
The National Office of Animal Health has announced the names of the winner and runner-up for the British Guild of Agricultural Journalists NOAH Writer/Broadcaster of the Year 2012 award.

First prize in the NOAH-sponsored award went to Farmers’ Weekly writer Gemma Mackenzie, whose article “Don’t ignore Johne’s, sheep farmers warned” appeared in the 16 March edition of the publication.

Runner-up was Rachel Queenborough, who writes Livestock Matters, published by XL Vets, for her article “Keeping IBR in check”, which appeared in its autumn edition.

Gemma Mackenzie (left) and Rachel Queenborough
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Benefits of pets to children celebrated at House of Commons - but we must take care of pets' welfare needs
How pets bring support and joy to the lives of children was celebrated at the National Office of Animal Health (NOAH)’s Pet Event on 20 November 2012, at the House of Commons.

But guests were also reminded that not all pets were looked after properly, and the importance of satisfying their 5 welfare needs.

Hosted by Neil Parish MP, chairman of the Associate Parliamentary Group for Animal Welfare (APGAW), the event provided an opportunity for charities and individuals to tell their own stories about how animals help children and young people with their physical, educational or psychological needs – and bring so much joy. Guests had an opportunity to meet some animals and their handlers and trainers in order to gain an insight into their work.
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Phil Sketchley with Mugly and Neil Parish MP with Millie

Watch out for more details of the event and the fantastic charities who joined us there!

NOAH targets pet owners with preventive healthcare campaign

Campaign provides seasonal expert advice and information through the Pet Health Information website
Pet owners across the UK are encouraged to seek expert advice on preventing disease in their pets in the National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) campaign, launched in November 2012.

The “I heart my pet” campaign follows extensive NOAH research during 2007 and 2011 which examined attitudes towards preventative healthcare in pet owners, comparing those who routinely prevented disease (preventers) with those who did not (non-preventers). The research found that while both groups of pet owners clearly loved their pet, and whilst all pet owners considered themselves responsible, some do not see regular preventative healthcare as part of that responsibility.

The campaign sets out to lead people to NOAH's established Pet Health Information website.
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Click here for the 2011 pet owner survey report

NOAH provides support material to help promote the PHI website and its advice. This includes the 'I Heart my Pet' wallplanner / calendar (above), and PHI posters, shelf wobblers and business cards.

The Pet Health Information website features a wealth of animal health information and advice to help owners and potential owners to make informed decisions about their pets’ healthcare. With a wide range of topics including information on buying a pet, health guides, travelling abroad with your pet and first aid, the site features information on a range of species from dogs through to fish

 Antibiotics for Animals
Animals, just like humans, can suffer from disease. Healthy animals mean healthy food. NOAH believes it would be a rejection of our responsibility towards the production of healthy food to deny animals access to medicines which keep them healthy. Animals need antibiotics too.
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Jobs and Vacancies in the Animal Health Industry
From time to time, this website publishes details of jobs and vacancies in the animal medicines industry.
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New NOAH honorary member

The National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) has bestowed the award of honorary member to Graham Dick, formerly of Bayer, at its Annual Dinner in London on 2 May.
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NOAH film makes industry call to reach out to consumers
In a film released by NOAH, high profile delegates to the Food Chain Conference have called on the industry to engage with consumers about the important role animal medicines play in food production and animal welfare.

In a series of short interviews, delegates talk about the need to reach out to consumers, and for the food chain industry to work closely together in their communications.
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Watch the film on the UK NOAH YouTube channel!




Myths about animal medicines widespread: NOAH calls for unified communications in the food chain
Organisations involved in the food chain should band together to bust the myths surrounding animal medicines, a conference was told today.

 Delegates at the National Office of Animal Health’s (NOAH) fourth food chain conference, at The Royal Society in London, were told that a recent consumer survey had found misconceptions about animal medicines in the food chain were still widespread.

Phil Sketchley, Chief Executive of NOAH, said a unified communications strategy was necessary between organisations such as the Food Standards Agency, the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD), the Responsible Use of Medicines in Agriculture Alliance (RUMA), NOAH, the British Retail Consortium (BRC), IGD and the NFU among others.

 Referring to the survey, Consumer Attitudes to Animal Medicines and Vaccinations, Mr Sketchley said: “It is clear there is still a lot of work to do in terms of educating the consumer about animal medicines in the food chain, and this should really be done in a combined way with all the organisations concerned.” “We need to work together if we are going to build consumer confidence in our food chain,” he said.
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Riding for the Disabled (RDA): NOAH's charity for 2013

RDA chief executive Ed Bracher receives a cheque from a raffle at NOAH's annual dinner, May 2013

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NOAH: a joint effort from all prescribers offers best chance of reducing anthelmintic resistance spread
The National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) supports initiatives to encourage the responsible prescribing and use of anthelmintics, in order to keep them working effectively to prevent and treat parasitic infestations in farm animals and horses.

NOAH considers a joint effort from all prescribers, working with farmers and horse owners, offers the best chance of success in helping to reduce the spread of resistance.
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NOAH at Medical Detection Dogs Royal visit
NOAH was honoured to be invited to attend a visit by HRH The Duchess of Cornwall to the Medical Detection Dogs site in Milton Keynes. Medical Detection Dogs was NOAH’s chosen charity in 2012 - very many thanks to everyone who has supported us raising money for them.

The room was packed full of guests and assistance dogs. Staff member Sue Wells was selected to be introduced to The Duchess of Cornwall. Last year NOAH was able to name a Medical Detection Dogs puppy Noah (his working name is Sooty, as Noah sounded too much like a command to stop and caused a bit of confusion to a young pup’s learning!) as a thank you for the association’s donation, and whilst at the event, Sue and Jenny Townsend got to meet Noah again, and to learn about his progress. What a star he is turning out to be!

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National Pet Month: 1 April - 6 May 2013 - another great month celebrating companions for life

During the month, thousands of people celebrated happy times with their pets at hundreds of events up and down the country. While many of these events raised funds for local animal charities, National Pet Month is not just about fund raising. It is also all about raising awareness of how pets make people’s lives happier and healthier, and how we can repay the pets we love by looking after them responsibly.

Event holders are invited to enter the best event competition, and there's still a great 'Get crafty' competition running for schools! Details are on the National Pet Month website, follow @NatPetMonthUK on Twitter or get involved with the National Pet Month Facebook page

National Pet Month is a charity registered number 1114880. NOAH is a trustee, along with PFMA and Pet Care Trust.

NOAH publications
NOAH's 2012/13 Annual Report is now available to download, or hard copies free of charge from the NOAH office.


Still available is the 2013 edition of the NOAH Compendium of Data Sheets for Animal Medicines. A free copy has been sent to each veterinary practice in the UK.

In these digital times, the book remains a welcome and essential information source for busy vets in practice. It is of course fully supported by the online edition at www.noahcompendium.co.uk.
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Novartis Animal Health found in breach of NOAH Code on Promotion
At its meeting on 5 October 2012, the NOAH Code of Practice Committee, chaired by Mr Guy Tritton, heard one case. Novartis Animal Health was found to be in breach of the item under complaint.

This related to the phrase or strapline ‘Zolvix – the World’s most effective wormer’ in a promotion contained in the National Sheep Association’s event ‘Scotsheep 2012’ on 6 June 2012. The Committee unanimously took the view that the phrase constituted an all-embracing claim and a superlative which could not be substantiated. Accordingly, the Committee found the promotion in breach of Clause 5.2.
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