Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is a
transmissible spongiform encephalopathy (TSE) of elk and deer
typified by chronic weight loss leading to death. The presence of
CWD in cervids causes significant economic and market losses of US
producers. Disease prevention is the most effective method for
maintaining a healthy animal population and enhancing our ability
to compete in exporting animal products.
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