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New World screwworm now detected from Texas to Arizona, with dogs and cats among latest cases

New World screwworm now detected from Texas to Arizona, with dogs and cats among latest cases
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The flesh-eating parasite has now been detected in Texas, New Mexico and Arizona, with 74 confirmed animal cases since June, including 21 still active. Recent infestations have involved cattle, dogs and a cat.

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