There is a vaccine. So why don't we use it?

Article Abstract:

Questions relating to vaccinating against foot-and-mouth disease are discussed. The UK is seeking to eradicate this disease, rather than merely vaccinate against it.

Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing, Biological products exc. diagnostic, Veterinary Vaccines

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The slaughter will take time, but Maff prefers that to the alternative

Article Abstract:

Possible options for dealing with outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in the UK are considered. The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food states that slaughter is preferable to vaccination.

Care and treatment

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I'm sorry, but Phoenix must die

Article Abstract:

Issues raised by the slaughtering of animals to prevent the spread of foot-and-mouth disease in the UK are discussed. The fact that society as a whole has very muddled thinking about animal welfare is highlighted.

Animal Services, Except Veterinary, Animal Welfare, Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations, Column, Public opinion

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