Second Screwworm Case Confirmed in Texas, Prompting Emergency Response

The USDA confirmed a second case of screwworm in Texas, marking the first U.S. detection of the dangerous livestock parasite since the 1960s. This discovery has prompted an emergency response in the state to contain its spread.

5 Jun, 19:39 — 5 Jun, 19:39

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NYTMostly Factual9h ago

First U.S. Screwworm Case Since 1960s Prompts Texas Emergency Response

After a screwworm infestation was confirmed in a South Texas calf, officials launched an aggressive effort to prevent the parasite from spreading in the nation’s largest cattle-producing state.

By Edgar Sandoval

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First U.S. Screwworm Case Since 1960s Prompts Texas Emergency Response

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Second US Screwworm Case Confirmed in Texas by USDA - Bloomberg.com

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Second Screwworm Case Confirmed in Texas, Prompting Emergency Response

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Au Texas, le second cas d'un parasite dangereux pour le bétail détecté

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