The U.S. has reported its first human case of the New World screwworm, raising alarms in the cattle industry. The CDC confirms a Maryland resident contracted the flesh-eating parasite after traveling to El Salvador. While the immediate risk is low, experts urge vigilance.
A flesh-eating screwworm parasite has been discovered in a Maryland resident returning from Guatemala, marking the first U.S. case. This outbreak could have serious implications for the cattle industry.
