WormsAndGermsPod
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Flu antivirals: should we use them in animals
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As H5N1 influenza continues to cause havoc across the world, there's continued spillover of this virus in domestic mammals. While antivirals aren't used much for influenza in animals, they might be effective in some situations.
However, should we use them?
What's the benefit and what are the potential resistance concerns?
This podcast dives into issues regarding antiviral use in animals, with thoughts about if/when/how to use them.