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Peer-reviewed veterinary case report

Building trust on bovine TB.

Journal:
The Veterinary record
Year:
2014
Authors:
Woodroffe, Rosie
Affiliation:
Institute of Zoology · United Kingdom

Plain-English summary

There is ongoing disagreement about the best ways to control bovine tuberculosis (TB) in cattle, especially concerning the role of badgers in spreading the disease. Rosie Woodroffe suggests that veterinarians can be helpful in this discussion and can support farmers in their local communities. It's important for pet owners to know that this is a complex issue, and veterinarians can provide valuable insights and assistance.

Abstract

Opinion on how best to control bovine TB remains divided, particularly with regard to badgers. Rosie Woodroffe believes that vets have a constructive role to play in the debate and helping farmers locally.

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Original publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24736823/