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wildlifehealth1 year ago

Rhode Island Hiker Kills Rabid Coyote with Bare Hands After Attack

A hiker in Rhode Island killed a rabid coyote with his bare hands after being bitten on the leg, and officials suspect the same coyote was involved in another attack. The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management confirmed the rabies diagnosis and urged anyone who may have come into contact with the coyote to seek medical attention. This is only the third reported rabid coyote in Rhode Island since 1994, and it is unusual for a coyote to attack a human under normal circumstances.

via NBC News|
#attack#hiker#rabid-coyote
health-and-environment2 years ago

"Duck Creek Quarry Closure Continues as Bird Flu Confirmed in Dead Birds"

Duck Creek Quarry and surrounding trails in Howard have been closed due to a bird flu outbreak, with 45 bird deaths attributed to the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). Wildlife officials are monitoring the situation, noting that the spread may slow with colder temperatures. Human risk is considered low, but caution is advised. The area will reopen after five consecutive days without new cases, and officials are considering mass sanitation measures before allowing public access again.

via Fox11online.com|
##avianinfluenza#birdflu
healthenvironment2 years ago

"Experts Warn of Human Risk as 'Zombie Deer Disease' Surges Across the US"

Chronic wasting disease (CWD), also known as 'zombie deer disease', has been spreading across 32 US states and parts of Canada, causing concern among experts about its potential to affect humans. The disease, which is fatal to deer and related species, leads to symptoms such as confusion, drooling, and a lack of fear of humans. While there is no evidence of human infection, studies on non-human primates suggest a risk, prompting the World Health Organisation to recommend keeping prion diseases out of the human food chain. Authorities are implementing surveillance and policy changes to control the disease's spread.

via Irish Star|
##chronicwastingdisease#diseasespread
wildlifehealth2 years ago

"DNR Tests Strange, Acting Buck in Rusk County for CWD"

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) killed a buck in Rusk County after it was observed acting strangely, with symptoms including a hanging tongue, green fluid from its mouth, and collapsing. The DNR biologist sent the deer for testing for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), but other potential causes for the behavior include cranial abscess syndrome, injuries from a fight with another buck, or being hit by a vehicle.

via WQOW TV News 18|
#buck#cwd#dnr
wildlifehealth2 years ago

Chronic Wasting Disease Strikes Deer in Johnston County, Triangle Region

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission has confirmed the first case of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in deer in Johnston County this year. CWD is a highly-contagious neurological disease that affects deer and elk, and it is always fatal for these animals. Hunters are urged to take precautions when handling deer carcasses to prevent the spread of the disease. Symptoms of CWD in deer include isolation, lack of coordination, drooling, and weight loss. Humans are advised not to consume any parts of a sick-looking deer and to have harvested animals tested before consuming the meat.

via WRAL News|
#chronic-wasting-disease#deer#north-carolina
wildlifehealth2 years ago

Tick-Borne Transmission of Chronic Wasting Disease in Wisconsin Deer

A study from the University of Wisconsin-Madison suggests that ticks may play a role in spreading chronic wasting disease (CWD) among deer in Wisconsin. The research found that ticks can harbor and transmit the prion responsible for CWD, potentially infecting other animals. The study also highlights the importance of land stewardship in managing tick populations and suggests that ticks could be used as a screening tool for CWD in deer populations. However, further research is needed to determine if prion-carrying ticks actually cause transmission to other deer.

via Phys.org|
#chronic-wasting-disease#deer#prions