The Screwworm Is Back: How New Mexico Is Preparing

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The New World screwworm (NWS) was eradicated from the United States 60 years ago. So how did this flesh-eating parasite return? In early June, New Mexico confirmed its first case of NWS in a dog in the southeastern part of the state, raising concerns for ranchers, veterinarians, pet owners, and health officials. [...]