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Best practices for needle use

By Lindsay Waechter-Mead, University of Nebraska
Apr 30, 2024
Apr 30, 2024

Needles — Needle selection and care is a small detail but can make a big difference in the effectiveness and safety of animal health practices.
Photo courtesy Maria Tibbetts/University of Nebraska

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By Lindsay Waechter-Mead, University of Nebraska

Disposable hypodermic needles are a necessary tool in maintaining cattle health. They provide a convenient and economical route to deliver products to animals in a safe and effective manner.

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