Work-life balance is the idea that a fulfilling life outside of work helps improve work performance while reducing stress. The time a person spends working should be balanced by time spent with friends and family, keeping fit, travelling, and doing other fulfilling hobbies. We are exploring how this can be achieved in equine veterinary practice.

According to the BEVA commissioned report in 2013, equine vets are expected on average to sustain between seven and eight work-related injuries during a 30 year career in practice. So what can we do about it?

Hands up if you’ve fuelled your entire working day (and night) with caffeine, chocolate and a quick service station sandwich? Find out how we can achieve a healthy eating routine with limited time and energy.