CVO UK, Dr Middlemiss, and the 20 year FMD outbreak anniversary

20 years ago, in 2001, the UK had an outbreak of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD). It had devastating consequences, not just on those directly affected, but also on the rural communities, tourism, economy, and government.

Christine Middlemiss, Chief Veterinary Officer UK, was with thousands of veterinarians, to work to eradicate the disease as fast as they could.