3 new cases… Screwworm threatens livestock in the United States
Raised Screwworm Growing concerns in United States After the US Department of Agriculture announced the recording of 3 new cases of infection with this dangerous pest, including two cases in the state of Texas, which re-shed light on the dangers it poses to animals, and the possibility of transmission to humans in rare cases.
According to Al-Arabiya channel, the Animal Health Authority of the US Department of Agriculture said that the new infections included a calf in LaSalle County and a goat in Gillespie County, Texas.
It also explained that a previously reported case of a dog in Andrews County had been reclassified To be recorded as the first case discovered in the state of New Mexico, after it was confirmed that the dog resides in a house in Lea County, located on the border with Texas.
A dangerous pest that threatens animals
andScrewworm is one of the most dangerous pests that threaten warm-blooded animals, including livestock, pets, and wildlife. Its danger lies in the fact that its larvae do not feed on dead tissue, but rather penetrate living tissue and attack it directly, leading to deep wounds and injuries that may worsen if not treated quickly.
Specialists warn that the spread of this pest may cause major economic losses to the livestock sector, as a result of the death of some animals or a decline in their productivity and high treatment costs. And control.
Rare human infections
Although human infection with screwworm is rare, it remains possible in some cases, as the larvae can infect open wounds and cause serious health complications that require urgent medical intervention.
The announcement of the new cases comes at a time when the American veterinary authorities continue to closely monitor the situation and take the necessary measures to limit the spread of the pest and protect livestock from its increasing risks.
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