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What Causes Chronic Wasting Disease?

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Chronic wasting disease (CWD) has been detected in wild and captive cervid populations in over 30 U.S. states and several Canadian provinces. Caused by infectious proteins known as prions, understanding what causes chronic wasting is crucial for managing this fatal neurological condition affecting deer, elk, and moose.