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New World screwworm in Texas: New cases detected
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Amber Kite , FOX 2 Detroit (WJBK) - News
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For more information on the New World screwworm cases, readers can refer to the original report from FOX 2 Detroit, which provides further details on this developing situation.
A parasitic infestation has been reported in the United States, with cases of New World screwworm detected. The initial case was identified on June 3, 2026. So far, a total of 15 cases have been recorded across two states.
All of the affected animals are domestic, rather than wild. For more information on the New World screwworm cases, readers can refer to the original report from FOX 2 Detroit , which provides further details on this developing situation.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 2 Detroit (WJBK) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A parasitic infestation has been reported in the United States, with cases of New World screwworm detected. The initial case was identified on June 3, 2026. So far, a total of 15 cases have been…
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