# New World Screwworm Outbreak Escalates

https://gizmodo.com/the-flesh-eating-screwworm-outbreak-just-took-a-grim-new-turn-2000829340

A recent increase in animal cases has been reported for the New World screwworm. The outbreak is now showing a grim new development. Cases have been reported this month.

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#screwworm #outbreak #animals

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Created: 2026-10-22T16:57:30.481632+00:00

Last edited: 2026-10-22T16:57:30.481632+00:00

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Original source: https://gizmodo.com/the-flesh-eating-screwworm-outbreak-just-took-a-grim-new-turn-2000829340