Texas Issues Parasite Warning—Insect Lays Eggs in Eyes and Mouths
There are concerns New World screwworm flies, which can be dangerous to humans, could cross into southern Texas.
Texas officials warn of "maneater" screwworm that burrows into open wounds, eyes and mouths to lay eggs
Just one fly can lay up to 300 eggs at a time and is drawn "to the odor of a wound or natural opening on a live, warm-blooded ...
Latest U.S. Health Scare Involves The Resurgence Of A Deadly, Flesh-Eating Parasite
A deadly, flesh-eating parasite is threatening a resurgence in the United States and the rapid spread of infection is being ...
What is the New World screwworm and why does it have Texas officials on alert?
"Those enjoying Texas' natural resources have an opportunity to serve as the first line of defense in protecting wildlife, ...
Texas officials warn of infectious, parasitic screwworms found in Mexico
The CDC said screwworms are most common in the tropics and subtropics, but recent cases have appeared in Central America for ...
Flesh-eating parasite with ‘sharp mouth hooks’ has US on alert for first time since 1966
Though the pest primarily affects livestock, officials say humans, wildlife and pets can also be infected.
A flesh-eating parasite was found in Mexico. Here’s what South Texans need to know
South Texas hunters and outdoor enthusiasts will need to practice caution and monitor animals potentially affected by the New ...
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What is the New World screwworm and why does it have Texas officials on alert?
"Their eyes and ears will be critical to quickly responding and managing this threat." New World screwworms are larvae that mostly infest livestock but can also affect humans and wildlife.
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Why a parasitic fly in Mexico is a threat to Texas livestock
It sounds like the stuff of a horror movie. That’s the New World screwworm, a parasite that can kill livestock and occasionally infest humans. It was previously eradicated from North America ...