Zombie Deer Disease: A Growing Threat to Wildlife and Humans
A new virus 'Zombie Deer Disease' has been detected in multiple countries, including the US, Canada, Norway, and South Korea. While some experts express concerns about the potential for future adaptations, there is no imminent threat of ZDD infecting humans.
Scientists are worried about a disease called "zombie deer disease" that's spreading quickly among deer in the United States, Canada, Norway, and South Korea. This disease is officially known as chronic wasting disease (CWD). It is normally caused by something wrong with certain proteins in the body. These proteins, called prions, don't fold properly and can damage the brain and nerves of deer, making them act like "zombies" - they drool, stumble around, seem very tired, and have a blank look.
Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is a ...