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What is OSU Extension?
Oklahoma State University Extension is Oklahoma's statewide system for translating university research into practical guidance for residents, farmers, businesses, and communities. Operating in all 77 counties, OSU Extension provides research-based education in agriculture, family and consumer sciences, 4-H youth development, and community development — at no cost to Oklahomans.
Chronic wasting disease is in Oklahoma; OSU Extension tells you what you need to know
Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is a fatal, neurodegenerative prion disease. Prions are misfolded proteins that lack DNA or RNA. CWD affects cervids such as white-tailed deer, mule deer and elk.
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