Flesh-eating screwworm infection detected in South Texas, USDA says
The USDA is currently testing a sample to confirm the presence of New World screwworm in South Texas, which would mark the first breach of the US-Mexico border by the parasite in decades. While officials urge caution regarding unverified reports, the potential return of the flesh-eating fly poses a significant threat to the US livestock industry.
Why it matters
The screwworm was eradicated from the US in the 1960s, and its return could cause massive economic losses to the cattle industry and pose health risks to both livestock and humans.
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The article reports on a developing situation by balancing official USDA statements with claims from local politicians, while providing historical context and scientific background without taking a partisan stance.
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