Op-ed: Don’t fear the deer


Now that September is well underway, many hunters are sharpening up their skills in anticipation of a trip to the woods for deer season. However, if the past few years are any indication, the news will likely carry plenty of scary stories about Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), a deer ailment that has been detected in 24 states, including Utah.As a wildlife disease specialist with more than 40 years of experience, fall hunting season is a good opportunity to clear up some common misconceptions and