ANIMAL HEALTH

Oct 29 2024HEALTH

Warning: 'Zombie Deer Disease' Found in New York Deer!

Hey, New York hunters! There's a scary disease known as 'zombie deer disease' that's back in the state after almost 20 years. This disease, called chronic wasting disease (CWD), makes the brains of deer and elk turn spongy, and it's always fatal. Recently, a case was found in a northern county near Canada. Officials say the risk to humans is low, but they're worried ...

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Sep 22 2024HEALTH

Unraveling the Mystery of the Missouri Bird Flu Case

The recent case of bird flu in Missouri has left health officials scratching their heads. A person in the state was hospitalized with a confirmed infection, but there was no direct link to animals. This unusual event has raised concerns about potential human-to-human transmission and the complexities of outbreak response. The case began when a patient in Missouri wa...

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