Deadly flesh-eating parasite detected in US for the first time: emergency measures in place, symptoms explained
Monday, 25 August 2025 () A rare case of the New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, has been identified in Maryland in a person returning from El Salvador. The larvae burrow into wounds, causing severe tissue damage. Authorities are implementing emergency measures, including sterile fly production and enhanced surveillance, to prevent further spread and protect both humans and livestock.
Monday, 25 August 2025 ()
