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Published in: Archives of Public Health 1/2017

Open Access 01-12-2017 | Commentary

Antimicrobial policies in animals and human health

Author: Boudewijn Catry

Published in: Archives of Public Health | Issue 1/2017

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Abstract

This invited commentary aims to highlight 3 recommendations to rationalize antimicrobial consumption in livestock, in order to minimize the spread of resistant bacteria and simultaneously safeguarding animal and public health.
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Metadata
Title
Antimicrobial policies in animals and human health
Author
Boudewijn Catry
Publication date
01-12-2017
Publisher
BioMed Central
Published in
Archives of Public Health / Issue 1/2017
Electronic ISSN: 2049-3258
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s13690-017-0231-7

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