BRD causes 'irreversible damage'

The costly condition of bovine respiratory disease (BRD) can cause irreversible damage to a calves lungs, so producers should think about how to prevent it and know how to rapidly identify and treat it, says vet Tim Potter.

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BRD causes 'irreversible damage'

The costly condition of bovine respiratory disease (BRD) can cause irreversible damage to a calves lungs, so producers should think about how to prevent it and know how to rapidly identify and treat it,...

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