The Hill • June 10, 2026 16:34

Flesh-eating New World screwworm can infect humans and pets. Here are the symptoms to look for

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After decades of eradication, the New World screwworm is back in the United States.

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New screwworm cases raise concern for Texas cattle, beef prices

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Trump officials play Biden blame game as screwworm spreads

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Flesh-eating New World screwworm can infect humans and pets. Here are the symptoms to look for

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Trump officials play Biden blame game as screwworm spreads

As cases of New World screwworm spread and threaten the beef and cattle industry, the Trump administration is rolling out a familiar playbook: Blame former President Biden. The parasitic fly …

15:39

New screwworm cases raise concern for Texas cattle, beef prices

Concerns over the spread of the New World screwworm are growing after multiple new cases were confirmed on Monday, and as state and federal officials ramp up efforts to contain …