The USDA has reported more cases of the New World screwworm, including one outside of Texas.

New World screwworm larvae feed on the living tissue of warm-blooded animals, creating severe wounds that can be fatal if left untreated.

A second case of New World screwworm was confirmed in Texas this week in a one-month old calf nearly six miles from where the first case was detected.

Two more animal cases of the flesh-eating New World screwworm have been detected in Texas, bringing the total to four, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Monday.The…

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Two more cases of the New World screwworm have been confirmed in Texas, demonstrating the difficulty of stopping the spread of a pest that potentially could devastate the nation’s…

KERVILLE, Texas (AP) — Two more cases of the New World screwworm have been confirmed in Texas, demonstrating the difficulty of stopping the spread of a pest that could potentially

Two more cases of the New World screwworm have been confirmed in Texas, demonstrating the difficulty of stopping the spread of a pest that potentially could devastate the nation’s…

Scientists expect a handful of new cases could pop up in the coming days and weeks

The U.S. Department of Agriculture says the United States' food supply is not at risk after confirming two more cases of the New World screwworm.

New World screwworm infestations in humans are rare, but they can be fatal if left untreated. A female fly lays eggs in open wounds or body openings.

Scientists warn of more cases as officials track first New Mexico infection

While the New World Screwworm was first thought to be just a threat in Mexico, it has now become a reality in the United States. Late last week, what was though

"Ivermectin kills New World screwworms in both humans and animals."

Three more cases of the New World screwworm have been confirmed, including one outside the main cluster in Texas, demonstrating the difficulty of stopping a resurgent pest that…

The USDA has reported more cases of the New World screwworm, including one outside of Texas.

Five cases of the New World screwworm parasite have been found in Texas and New Mexico.

Screwworm infections will likely not only damage the beef industry, but can hurt people and pets. Musk's DOGE cut 1/4 of the USDA. How can you protect yourself?

Screwworm infections will likely not only damage the beef industry, but can hurt people and pets. Musk's DOGE cut 1/4 of the USDA. How can you protect yourself?

When the US Department of Agriculture reported last week that it detected a case of New World screwworm in a Texas calf, ecologist Jeremy Radachowsky was not surprised.