Screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite that can be fatal if untreated, has re-entered the US Southwest for the first time since the 1970s.
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What pet owners need to know about New World screwworm
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A flesh-eating parasite known as the New World screwworm has re-entered the US Southwest for the first time since the 1970s, posing a potentially fatal threat to pets if left untreated. Pet owners are advised to take precautions and be aware of the parasite's presence in the region. The parasite's return has significant implications for animal health and welfare in the affected areas.