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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · 5d

Check out the October CIDRAP #CWD Newsletter for original content on a vertical-transmission study, new cases, state hunting-season guidance, recently published literature, and more.

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · 6d

Georgia adds Lowndes County to #CWD zone after deer tests positive within 5 miles of border

The 2.5-year-old buck was found about 5 miles from a previous detection in adjacent Lanier County.

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · 6d

For the latest chronic wasting disease detections, news, and research findings, sign up for CIDRAP's free monthly #CWD newsletter at cidrap.umn.edu/newsletter #CWD

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · 8d

Page County, Virginia, sees first case of #CWD in white-tailed deer

The white-tailed doe was reported in July after showing clinical signs of the fatal neurodegenerative disease.

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · 14d

Michigan reaches 16 #CWD-positive counties with addition of Genesee

The case was a 2.5-year-old doe that walked directly up to the responding conservation officer.

Michigan reaches 16 CWD-positive counties with addition of Genesee | CIDRAP

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · Sep 8

Study showing doe-to-fawn #CWD spread may have implications for deer herds

In utero transmission may contribute to the efficient spread of the fatal infection among deer populations, the study authors say.

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · Sep 5

For the latest chronic wasting disease detections, news, and research findings, sign up for CIDRAP's free monthly #CWD newsletter at cidrap.umn.edu/newsletter #CWD

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · Sep 3

The September CIDRAP CWD Newsletter has been posted! Read about funding targets effort to control and prevent the disease, advanced diagnostics for #CWD, and state and provincial hunting-season previews.

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · Aug 4

For the latest chronic wasting disease detections, news, and research, sign up for CIDRAP's free monthly CWD newsletter at cidrap.umn.edu/newsletter #CWD
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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · Jul 31

In the just-published August CIDRAP Chronic Wasting Disease Newsletter, learn about the 2026 Agriculture Appropriations Act, state CWD-related changes to hunting seasons, and the latest CWD studies.

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · Jul 14

Pennsylvania identifies #CWD case near Allegheny County

High deer density is reported in the detection area, which is not far from suburban and urban settings.

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · Jul 7

Check out the just-published CIDRAP #Chronic Wasting Disease Newsletter for July for the last state case data, new research findings, and more.

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · Jul 1

For the latest chronic wasting disease detections, news, and research, sign up for CIDRAP's free monthly CWD newsletter at cidrap.umn.edu/newsletter #CWD #chronicwastingdisease

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · Jun 30

Kentucky widens #CWD surveillance area after recent detection

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · Jun 30

USDA announces funding for #CWD control, prevention

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · Jun 30

Maryland survey reports 62 #CWD-positive deer in 2024

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · Jun 2

For the latest chronic wasting disease detections, news, and research, sign up for CIDRAP's free monthly CWD newsletter at cidrap.umn.edu/newsletter #CWD #chronicwastingdisease

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · Jun 2

#CWD detected on deer farm in Rock County, Wisconsin

Of 142 deer farms and hunting ranches in Wisconsin, a third have been hit with CWD since 2001.

CWD detected on deer farm in Rock County, Wisconsin | CIDRAP

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · May 29

Get up to date with chronic wasting disease with the just-published CIDRAP CWD Newsletter, with the latest on disease-management plans, case detections, and intriguing research

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · May 23

6-year study of deer home range, habitat preference could help officials manage #CWD

Direct prion spread likely predominates in breeding season, but indirect interactions may be more common at socially attractive sites like scrapes.

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · May 15

About 1% of North Dakota deer sampled in 2024 hunting season had CWD

All cases were from the western part of the state, including two from previously unaffected hunting units 3B2 and 3B3.

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · May 12

With nearby #CWD cases, Rockingham County, Virginia, added to watch list

West Virginia detected cases within 10 miles of the county border, triggering the addition, officials said.

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · May 1

For the latest chronic wasting disease detections, news, and publications, sign up for CIDRAP's free monthly CWD newsletter at cidrap.umn.edu/newsletter

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · Apr 30

Check out the May CIDRAP Chronic Wasting Disease Newsletter for the latest on state and provincial #CWD spread, including some state hunting-season tallies; efforts to contain the disease; research; and policy.

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CIDRAP CWD @cidrap-cwd.bsky.social · Apr 28

Wisconsin sampling uncovers 10% overall #CWD rate, 21% in south

The state DNR said that 89% of the positive cases were found in the Southern Farmland Zone.

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