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USDA Approves Bird Flu Vaccines Intended for Commercial Chickens

February 26, 2025 Peggy Hall 8

The USDA has granted Zoetis, a spin-off of Pfizer, a conditional license for the Avian Influenza vaccine. This is a “killed virus” vaccine intended for chickens. RFK Jr. supports the development and distribution of vaccines for the Avian flu. There have been only 69 confirmed US cases of bird flu since 2024.

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Utah May Be First State to Ban Fluoride

February 25, 2025 Newser 1

The Utah measure is notable because it would take the decision out of local municipalities’ hands. A sponsor of the bill said that people should be able to get fluoride on their own, and only if they choose to do so. The bill also includes a deregulation for prescription fluoride pills.