Screwworms Back in Texas and New Mexico

Screwworms are back — and they’re spreading. Confirmed cases in New Mexico and Texas mean Indiana’s animal health board is now restricting livestock and pet movement from those areas, requiring health certs and treatments. These metallic-blue flies lay larvae that burrow into wounds and feed on tissue — a nightmare for animals and, rarely, humans. Remember the 1960s eradication? That was thanks to sterile male flies — now USDA’s dropping them again in Texas and building a massive fly factory to scale up. Stay alert: watch for maggots, non-healing sores, or animal discomfort. If you see something odd, get help fast. Wound care, vet check-ups, and early reporting are your best defense. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d0232d1b3bdb1cc5