Cow suffering from mad cow disease (BSE)

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Cow suffering from mad cow disease (BSE)

Mad cow disease. Cow suffering from mad cow disease or BSE (bovine spongiform encephalopathy). BSE is a disease of cows which causes extensive brain damage, leading to a lack of coordination, spasms and death. It is thought to have originated from the sheep disease scrapie when dairy cows were fed on offal containing the brains of infected sheep. Eating meat from affected cows is thought to increase the risk of developing the human brain disease Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD). CJD causes similar symptoms in humans as BSE does in cattle. It is thought to be caused by a prion, a virus-like protein strand. There is no cure

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful print captures the devastating effects of mad cow disease (BSE) on a suffering cow. Bovine spongiform encephalopathy is a debilitating disease that inflicts extensive brain damage, resulting in a lack of coordination, spasms, and ultimately death for these unfortunate animals. It is believed to have originated from scrapie, a sheep disease, when dairy cows were fed offal containing infected sheep brains. The implications extend beyond animal health as consuming meat from affected cows is thought to increase the risk of developing Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD), a similar brain disorder in humans. CJD shares symptoms with BSE and is suspected to be caused by prions - virus-like protein strands. This image serves as a stark reminder of the profound impact that diseases can have on both animal and human populations. The visual representation compels us to reflect on the importance of proper veterinary care and responsible agricultural practices in safeguarding public health. As we confront this alarming reality captured within this photograph, it becomes evident that there is currently no cure for these devastating conditions. However, through ongoing research efforts and increased awareness surrounding food safety measures, we strive towards preventing future outbreaks while ensuring the well-being of our livestock and communities alike.

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