What is the ‘zombie deer disease’ and can it spread to humans?
Friday, 29 December 2023 Scientists are raising alarms about a "zombie deer disease," a slow-moving but lethal ailment that has recently been detected in Yellowstone National Park. This disease, prevalent in deer and elk, has no cure and might potentially spread to humans. Zombie deer disease, scientifically known as Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), primarily affects deer, elk, reindeer, sika deer, and moose. The origin of the term "zombie deer" is unclear. This disease progressively deteriorates the brains of these animals, leading to dementia-like symptoms and eventual death. There are no treatments or vaccines available.
Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is a neurological disorder affecting deer and other cervids, caused by the abnormal growth of a misfolded protein called a prion. This prion causes healthy brain proteins to become abnormal, leading to a range of symptoms. CWD is particularly concerning because it has...
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Experts have termed the disease as a ''slow-moving disaster'' and are actively advising governments to prepare for the chances of its transmission to humans. DNA
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