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Bovine TB; Coral sunscreen; Space junk

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Combatting Bovine TB: Science-Driven Strategies

The chapter emphasizes the urgency in implementing a strategy to achieve a TB free status in England, focusing on scientific evidence and advancements in vaccine development for badgers. It discusses the complexities of bovine TB, the challenges in studying the disease in badgers, and potential strategies like culling, PCR recognition, and vaccination. Furthermore, it explores the divisive arguments surrounding Badger culling as a strategy, using the Krebs trial data to demonstrate the complexities involved in decision-making and the importance of synthesizing scientific findings for informed policy decisions.

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