Vets and veterinary nurses suffering from high stress levels

The Veterinary Council of Ireland carried out research to gain deeper insight into the factors affecting the mental health of Ireland’s veterinary professionals.

More than 40% of Irish veterinary professionals are suffering from abnormal levels of stress, according to research from the Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI).

The research was conducted in collaboration with the HSE National Office for Suicide Prevention (NOSP) and the National Suicide Research Foundation (NSRF) in April 2021.