After The Hunt: CWD Testing

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON

Hunters are encouraged to get their deer tested for chronic wasting disease before consuming venison. The state health department, CDC and WHO recommend the public only consume venison from deer in which CWD is not detected. Because infected deer can look healthy, DHS encourages testing for the disease regardless of your harvested deer’s physical condition, especially in areas where CWD is known to be present. See surveillance here: https://p.widencdn.net/kv6vws/surveillanceplan. DNR wildlife health specialist Amanda Kamps and DNR wildlife veterinarian Lindsey Long explain more.

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