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HEALTHJun 21 · 06:20 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLESeth Millstein for Sentient via Stacker

The flesh-eating pest that once cost ranchers millions is back

The New World screwworm, eradicated from U.S. cattle since 1966, has reemerged in Texas and New Mexico, infecting five animals including three calves, a goat, and a dog. Canada has restricted U.S. cattle imports, and authorities warn of potential economic impacts on the beef industry amid record-high prices and reduced cattle numbers.

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