/tags/new-world-screwworm New World screwworm en-US Copyright Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:31:41 GMT /texas-news/2026-07-27/screwworm-restrictions-are-slowing-transports-of-dogs-and-cats-from-crowded-shelters Animal rescue leaders say new rules meant to prevent the spread of the livestock parasite make sense. But they are also costly for overcrowded shelters in Texas, which transfer many pets to other states. Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:31:41 GMT /texas-news/2026-07-27/screwworm-restrictions-are-slowing-transports-of-dogs-and-cats-from-crowded-shelters /news/2026-06-15/new-world-screwworm-infestations-rise-to-12-as-parasite-spreads-in-texas The latest confirmed infestation was found in a sheep in Sutton County, adding to concerns that the flesh-eating parasite is spreading beyond South Texas. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:42:59 GMT /news/2026-06-15/new-world-screwworm-infestations-rise-to-12-as-parasite-spreads-in-texas David Martin Davies /texas-news/2026-06-12/texas-screwworm-infestation-response-livestock-cattle Eight cases have now been confirmed in Texas as officials expand surveillance efforts, release millions of sterile flies and mobilize resources to stop the flesh-eating parasite from spreading. Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:02:20 GMT /texas-news/2026-06-12/texas-screwworm-infestation-response-livestock-cattle Lucio Vasquez | The Texas Newsroom /texas-news/2026-06-10/texas-new-world-screwworm-lawmakers-legislature-livestock State officials and researchers warned Texas lawmakers in May that New World screwworm was advancing toward the state and could carry a billion-dollar economic toll. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:40:52 GMT /texas-news/2026-06-10/texas-new-world-screwworm-lawmakers-legislature-livestock Lucio Vasquez | The Texas Newsroom /news/2026-06-09/usda-rebukes-texas-agriculture-commissioner-sid-miller-over-screwworm-comments Federal officials say rapid reporting is critical to stopping the flesh-eating parasite from becoming established in Texas. Miller suggested some ranchers may hesitate to report cases because of quarantine restrictions. Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:49:06 GMT /news/2026-06-09/usda-rebukes-texas-agriculture-commissioner-sid-miller-over-screwworm-comments TPR Staff /health-wellness/2026-06-05/new-world-screwworm-treatment-prevention-pets-humans There is at least one confirmed case found in South Texas. What can you do to protect your pets? Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:54:52 GMT /health-wellness/2026-06-05/new-world-screwworm-treatment-prevention-pets-humans /texas-news/2026-06-04/texas-new-world-screwworm-response-livestock Officials are increasing trapping efforts, establishing quarantine zones and releasing millions of sterile flies after New World screwworm was confirmed in South Texas. Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:00:48 GMT /texas-news/2026-06-04/texas-new-world-screwworm-response-livestock Lucio Vasquez | The Texas Newsroom /texas-news/2026-06-03/texas-new-world-screwworm-cattle-livestock The detection marks the first U.S. case of New World screwworm since the parasite was eradicated in the 1960s. Wed, 03 Jun 2026 21:19:58 GMT /texas-news/2026-06-03/texas-new-world-screwworm-cattle-livestock Lucio Vasquez | The Texas Newsroom /texas-news/2026-01-30/gov-abbott-issues-disaster-declaration-as-new-world-screwworm-continues-to-inch-closer-to-the-border The preemptive declaration will establish a joint Texas New World Screwworm Response Team. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 17:45:29 GMT /texas-news/2026-01-30/gov-abbott-issues-disaster-declaration-as-new-world-screwworm-continues-to-inch-closer-to-the-border Marian Navarro