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Prof Christianne Glossop on bTB: "This insidious, slow-burn epidemic continues to affect everybody and everything in its path"

The former Chief Veterinary Officer for Wales shares her thoughts on bovine TB and highlights the recent FCN's report linking poor mental health and well-being to the impact of bTB

Chris Brayford
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Christianne Glossop is honorary professor at Aberystwyth University and a former Chief Veterinary Officer for Wales.
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Christianne Glossop is honorary professor at Aberystwyth University and a former Chief Veterinary Officer for Wales.

Bovine TB continues to be one of the most significant health challenges facing the UK livestock sector, and yet 90% of cattle herds are classified as bTB free. This insidious, slow-burn epidemic continues...

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