Dáil Éireann - Volume 98 - 08 November, 1945

Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Penicillin Treatment of Mastitis.

Mr. Cosgrave Mr. Cosgrave

Mr. Cosgrave asked the Minister for Agriculture if he is aware of the successful use of penicillin in dealing with mastitis in cattle; and if this matter is being investigated by his Department; and, if so, with what results.

Dr. Ryan Dr. Ryan

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Dr. Ryan: I am aware that successful results from the treatment of some forms of bovine mastitis with penicillin have been claimed by scientific workers in other countries. My Department is also conducting trials with this treatment. The limited results available so far are promising but further [902] investigation on an extended scale is necessary before the treatment can be generally recommended.

Mr. Cosgrave Mr. Cosgrave

Mr. Cosgrave: Is this further investigation going to take place?

Dr. Ryan Dr. Ryan

Dr. Ryan: It is being conducted.

Dáil Éireann 98 Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. Penicillin Treatment of Mastitis.

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