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Jul 2019
28m 31s

Bats and Rabies; Hip Dysplasia in babies...

Bbc Radio 4
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What is the risk of catching rabies from bats in the UK? We answer this question prompted by a case at Mark Porter's surgery last week when a bat flew straight into a person in broad daylight. Hip dysplasia in babies is a condition where the ball and socket of the joint don't form properly in early life. Every baby is examined as part of the National Screen ... Show More
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