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Ohio Battles CWD Surge Amid Neighboring States' Success

3/28/2025

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Ohio is grappling with a surge in Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), recording over 20 new cases and a total of 73 since 2020. In response, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources is ramping up efforts to combat the disease through surveillance and population control. Meanwhile, Pennsylvania celebrates a 47,000 increase in deer harvests, while Washington takes decisive action with new regulations to curb CWD's spread.

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Story summary

Ohio is grappling with a surge in Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), recording over 20 new cases and a total of 73 since 2020. In response, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources is ramping up efforts to combat the disease through surveillance and population control. Meanwhile, Pennsylvania celebrates a 47,000 increase in deer harvests, while Washington takes decisive action with new regulations to curb CWD's spread.