First US Screwworm Case in 60 Years Raises Public Health Concerns

The first case of screwworm in the United States in 60 years has been detected, raising concerns about the dangerous parasite that feeds on host tissue. This discovery prompts questions about potential risks to public health and livestock.

4 Jun, 13:05 — 4 Jun, 13:05

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Al JazeeraMostly Factual1h ago

First US screwworm case in 60 years: Should America be worried?

The US Department of Agriculture says New World screwworm has been detected in a Texas calf.

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Opasni parazit koji jede tkivo domaćina otkriven u SAD-u

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First US Screwworm Case in 60 Years Raises Public Health Concerns

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First US screwworm case in 60 years: Should America be worried?

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Opasni parazit koji jede tkivo domaćina otkriven u SAD-u

First US screwworm case in 60 years: Should America be worried?

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