Michigan Reports First Cases of Deer Hemorrhagic Disease in Four Counties
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Michigan has reported its first four cases of epizootic hemorrhagic disease in deer for 2025, affecting deer in four counties. The disease, transmitted by biting midges, is usually localized and not contagious between deer or to humans, and infected animals can still be safely hunted and eaten. The DNR encourages reporting sick or dead deer and notes that symptoms include lethargy, disorientation, and bleeding.
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- Michigan reports first 4 cases of deer hemorrhagic disease in 4 southern counties this year The Detroit News
- Michigan DNR confirms the state's first cases of EHD in deer in these four counties WZZM13.com
- Deer with epizootic hemorrhagic disease found in southern Michigan counties WWMT
- Viral disease that can kill deer found in 4 Michigan counties. What to know about EHD Detroit Free Press
- DNR: EHD found in deer in 4 counties, including one in West Michigan woodtv.com
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