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First U.S. Case of New World Screwworm Detected in Decades
Health authorities confirmed the first New World screwworm infestation in the United States in decades. CNN reported the case on June 4, 2026.
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A case of flesh-eating New World screwworm has been detected in the United States. CNN reported the finding on June 4, 2026, marking the first such case in decades. The article was published at 3:03 PM EDT.
CNN correspondents Jacqueline Howard and Alejandro Cruz presented the report. CNN stated that authorities are taking steps to prevent further spread. The network also outlined potential threats an infestation would pose to livestock and public health.
The report appeared under the health section of CNN's video platform. It ran alongside other trending segments on the same date.
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