A small dog in New Mexico was recently infected by the flesh-eating New World screwworm, leading the FDA to grant emergency use authorization for a new medication. Now, many pet owners are asking whether this treatment is needed to safeguard their own animals.
Oklahoma livestock producers have been warned to remain alert after the discovery of the New World screwworm in Texas. The alert urges farmers and ranchers to take extra precautions to safeguard their herds.
In a decisive move, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has launched the NWS Grand Challenge to address the threat of the New World Screwworm. Announced by Secretary Brooke Rollins, this initiative underscores the federal agency’s commitment to the nation’s agricultural and environmental welfare.
A person in Maryland has been infected with the flesh-eating New World screwworm, health authorities confirm. The patient traveled from Guatemala and has received treatment to address the parasite, underscoring the importance of vigilance against rare but serious infections.
