The analysis by Penn State and Iowa researchers strongly indicates that deer are getting the virus from humans, worrying experts about a deep, wild reservoir for the virus.

Hunters have been urged to take precautions when handling white-tail flesh, but cooking to 165 F should kill the virus, authorities said.

https://www.nytimes.com/2021/11/02/science/deer-covid-infection.html?smid=url-share

 

Author: Jo Allen
Published on: Nov 10, 2021, 9:49 AM