1.9K views · 29 reactions | CWD MYTHS -- Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is a deadly illness in white-tailed deer and other members of the deer family, called cervids. The disease has been found in Missouri and is slowly spreading. MDC is working with conservation partners to find cases of CWD and limit its spread. https://mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/deer/chronic-wasting-disease | Missouri Dept. of Conservation | Facebook

187 reactions · 23 shares | Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is a contagious and fatal neurodegenerative disease of captive and free-ranging cervids, including deer, elk, moose, and reindeer. It has been reported in 26 US states, 3 Canadian provinces, and 3 European countries. Learn more: https://mrkmnls.co/3TwxTKX | The Merck Veterinary Manual | Facebook

173 reactions | Although chronic wasting disease (CWD) has been present in hunted populations of deer and elk for more than 30 years, no case of human CWD has been identified. Clinical signs include significant weight loss, ataxia, and hypersalivation. Learn more: https://msdmnls.co/3T4iZKc | MSD Veterinary Manual | Facebook