"Provinces Take Action Against Fatal 'Zombie Deer Disease' Threat"
TL;DR
British Columbia has implemented measures to combat the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD) after confirming cases in deer. The fatal disease affects cervid species, causing symptoms such as drooling and lethargy, leading to its nickname "zombie deer disease." While there is no direct evidence of transmission to humans, experts remain concerned about the potential risk, with some suggesting that CWD could infect humans in the future. The province has urged residents to report sick cervids, as research indicates the possibility of transmission to humans and a long incubation period for the disease.
Topics:healthhealth-environment#british-columbia#chronic-wasting-disease#cwd#health-environment#prion-disease#wildlife
- British Columbia bids to stop spread of fatal ‘zombie deer disease’ The Guardian
- Deer disease cuts down trophy buck population in Kansas KSNT News
- Province takes steps to curb spread of fatal disease found in B.C. deer, moose Bowen Island Undercurrent
- Province orders mandatory testing for fatal wildlife disease in southeast B.C. Lake Cowichan Gazette
- Possibility of wildlife-to-human crossover heightens CWD concerns Sunbury Daily Item
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