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Practicalities of an Avian Influenza vaccine

The pressure of Avian Influenza in the poultry industry has led to discussions about whether vaccination against the disease should be carried out in all flocks.

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Practicalities of an Avian Influenza vaccine

The pressure of Avian Influenza in the poultry industry has led to discussions about whether vaccination against the disease should be carried out in all flocks.

Dr Mike Clarke, of Boehringer Ingelheim, said this was a complex issue. "What is suitable for broilers, may not be for layers and again for wild birds, so targeting the vaccine would be very difficult."...

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