7th case of New World screwworm identified in Arizona. This time, it’s near Tucson

The Arizona Department of Agriculture and state veterinarian will host a virtual meeting Monday evening to address concerns about the spread of the New World screwworm.

A seventh case of the flesh-eating parasite affecting livestock and pets was identified Friday, this time in a horse near Tucson.

More information on the parasite, case locations and containment efforts can be found online at agriculture.az.gov.

How to report suspected cases

AZDA is asking Arizona livestock and pet owners, and others who work with animals to immediately report suspected cases to the department at [email protected] or by calling 602-542-4293…

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