Chronic Wasting Disease Detected in Kerr County, Texas

Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) has been confirmed in Kerr County, Texas, raising concerns for local wildlife management. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department reported a positive case in a white-tailed doe, highlighting ongoing challenges with this fatal prion disease. Since its detection in Texas in 2012, CWD has spread among various deer species, prompting health officials to advise against consuming meat from infected animals. Stay informed about CWD and its implications for wildlife and public health.