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How to protect your pets from New World screwworm

Since the U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the first case of New World screwworm (NWS) in the United States on June 3, pet owners and shelters alike have expressed concern about what this might mean for their animals.

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The presence of New World screwworm in the US has raised concerns among pet owners and veterinarians due to the parasite's potential to cause significant tissue damage in animals. The larvae of the parasitic fly infest wounds, which can lead to severe consequences if left untreated.

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