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Immunization
Study data from I. Capua and colleagues update understanding of immunization
December 10th, 2008
"Although the use of vaccines against avian influenza viruses in birds has been discouraged over the years, the unprecedented occurrence of outbreaks caused by avian influenza (AI) viruses in recent times has required review of this policy. A variety of products are now available on the market, ranging from inactivated conventional to live recombinant products," scientists writing in the journal Vaccine report. "The general consensus on the use of vaccination is that if complying to GMP standards and properly administered, birds will be more resistant to field challenge and will exhibit reduced shedding levels in case of infection. However, viral circulation may...
Source: Vaccine Weekly (2008-12-10)
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