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Client Abuse and Unpaid Labour Contributing to Poor Vet Wellbeing
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A South Australian parliamentary inquiry has proposed 32 recommendations to improve veterinarians' mental health after reports of client abuse, overwork and unpaid labour. Veterinarians in South Australia are facing s...
A South Australian parliamentary inquiry has proposed 32 recommendations to improve veterinarians' mental health after reports of client abuse, overwork and unpaid labour.
Veterinarians in South Australia are facing significant mental health challenges due to daily client abuse, excessive workloads, unpaid labour and staff shortages. A parliamentary inquiry into the mental health and wellbeing of veterinarians, inspired by the legacy of late veterinarian Sophie Putland, has delivered 32 recommendations aimed at improving working conditions and reducing suicidality in the profession. The report highlights concerns over long shifts, inadequate remuneration and emotional stress, with the state government now considering the recommendations.
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A South Australian parliamentary inquiry has proposed 32 recommendations to improve veterinarians' mental health after reports of client abuse, overwork and unpaid labour.
Veterinarians in South Australia are facing significant mental health challenges due to daily client abuse, excessive workloads, unpaid labour and staff shortages. A parliamentary inquiry into the mental health and wellbeing of veterinarians, inspired by the legacy of late veterinarian Sophie Putland, has delivered 32 recommendations aimed at improving working conditions and reducing suicidality in the profession. The report highlights concerns over long shifts, inadequate remuneration and emotional stress, with the state government now considering the recommendations.
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