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What is a flesh-eating screwworm? Here’s what to know after the first confirmed human U.S. case in years

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The first case of a flesh-eating maggot in years has reportedly been detected in the United States. The maggot, the larva of a New World screwworm (NWS), is unique among maggots as it does not just devour dead flesh but living flesh as well—and its infestation can be deadly to both animals and…

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