New World screwworm poses limited threat to a prepared Pennsylvania, veterinarians say
The New World screwworm, a parasitic fly not seen in the U.S. for nearly 60 years, has been detected in Texas and New Mexico. Pennsylvania implemented quarantine measures but state and federal veterinarians assured lawmakers the threat is limited due to the parasite's treatability and containment strategies.
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