Juarez implements New World screwworm prevention measures

Juarez implements New World screwworm prevention measures

CIUDAD JUAREZ, Mexico (KVIA) -- Tuesday, the Juarez Municipal Government said it's working to strengthen efforts to detect and combat New World screwworm. The parasite, known to harm livestock, is present in the state of Chihuahua and Texas. NWS larvae "screw" themselves into open wounds with sharp mouth hooks. The U.S. Department of Agriculture said The post Juarez implements New World screwworm prevention measures appeared first on KVIA.