Zombie Deer
Are we threatened by zoonotic rabies!
The “zombie deer” disease is currently haunting the forests, causing concern among scientists, who fear transmission to humans and are sounding the alarm in the face of the virus' unwavering immunity. What are the symptoms of the disease? How is the threat developing?
A threat has hung over the deer kingdom, a disease whose name evokes images of horror: “zombie deer.” This scourge, which attacks the central systems of these majestic animals, is proving fatal on an alarming scale. Symptoms worthy of apocalyptic tales include significant weight loss, impaired coordination and glassy eyes, putting victims in a state of disorientation and aggression.
This pathology, reminiscent of mad cow disease, has raised legitimate concerns among scientists about its potential transmission to humans. The virus' unprecedented resistance to conventional disinfection methods compounds the threat. Even when subjected to extreme temperatures of 600°C, it remains unbroken. Recent outbreaks in the United States, particularly in natural preserves such as Yellowstone National Park, attest to the virulence of the disease. Its spread is not limited to the United States, affecting distant countries such as Norway, Sweden, Finland and South Korea. Faced with the growing threat, authorities are issuing an urgent appeal to hunters, urging them to test venison before eating it.
