CWD in Virginia Deer: Upsurge and Prevention

Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) continues to impact Virginias deer population, with 126 positive cases this year. The disease, similar to mad cow disease, causes deer to waste away and die. While no new counties were affected, Page County had a positive case in a designated management area. CWD spreads through saliva and feces, and officials warn against feeding deer to prevent rapid spread. The state has banned transporting deer brains or spinal cords out of management areas and adjusted hunting rules. Despite no human transmission risk, caution is advised with CWD-positive meat. The disease poses a serious threat to deer herds across North America. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0d7d542ed0188f57