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Flesh-eating screwworms are spreading in Texas. Here's how to spot the signs in your pet.
Summary by Southlake News Editorial Desk Matthew Ablon , as published by CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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It's now been more than a month since federal health officials first reported that a flesh-eating New World screwworm was detected in a calf in Zavala County, Texas. The presence of the pest has spurred action from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and from Texas health officials.Part of...
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Key points The presence of the pest has spurred action from the U. It's now been more than a month since federal health officials first reported that a flesh-eating New World screwworm was detected in a calf in Zavala County, Texas. More library Today’s briefing Local events
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What is this story about? It's now been more than a month since federal health officials first reported that a flesh-eating New World screwworm was detected in a calf in Zavala County, Texas. The presence of the pest has spurred action from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and from Texas health officials.Part of...
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