Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is a growing concern for hunters and livestock owners, but how big is the risk? Dr. Tina Johannsen, Game Management Assistant Chief with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR), breaks down the facts about CWD, including its impact on deer, elk, and moose, how to identify symptoms, and what steps hunters in Georgia should take for testing and prevention. 📌 Key Topics Covered: ✔️ Can livestock get CWD? ✔️ Symptoms of CWD in deer ✔️ CWD management areas in Georgia (Berrien & Lanier counties) ✔️ Hunting regulations and testing procedures ✔️ CDC recommendations on consuming CWD-positive deer 🚨 Hunters in CWD management zones are encouraged to participate in voluntary testing. Learn how to drop off deer samples and why it’s important to help control the spread of this disease. #CWD #ChronicWastingDisease #GeorgiaDNR #DeerHunting #WildlifeConservation #HuntingSafety #CWDTesting #LivestockHealth
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