Mexico removes barriers on USDA aircraft and equipment to support U.S. efforts against the deadly New World Screwworm, ...

An unpleasant parasite spread by flies was kicked out of the U.S. decades ago — but now it seems to be making its return. As ...

The screwworm flies are attracted to and lay their eggs on and in open wounds and mucous membranes. The screwworm got its name due to the feeding behaviour of the larvae (maggots); they burrow ...

The New World Screwworm lays eggs in wounds or body openings of mammals, including cows, deer, birds, pets, and even humans.

The parasite uses its sharp mouth hooks to open the flesh of mammals and lay eggs in ... larvae's resulting maggots, which as they feed on an animal will burrow, or screw, into the wound or ...

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced in a press release that Mexico has committed to eliminate restrictions ...

The RSPCA has other advice about how to look after your pets during a heatwave. Advice includes using a pet-safe sun cream on ...