Explore the realities of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in deer populations. Learn about its symptoms, how it spreads, differences between CWD and other diseases like EHD, and why testing is vital. Hear the story of a recent deer at The Proving Grounds that tested positive for CWD, highlighting the importance of active management and awareness in protecting deer herds.
Research Links:
CWD Info – https://cwd-info.org/cwd-overview/
CWD Bent Prions – https://www.asbmb.org/asbmb-today/science/100622/prion-origins-are-key-in-study-of-chronic-wasting
Distribution of CWD in North America – https://www.usgs.gov/centers/nwhc/science/expanding-distribution-chronic-wasting-disease
CDC Human Prion Disease Associated with CWD – https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/12/10/06-0019_article
CDC CWD Overview – https://www.cdc.gov/chronic-wasting/about/index.html
CWD Doe Harvest – https://youtu.be/39wpfaU1ZOA
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