Maryland Confirms Flesh-Eating Parasite Case Not Isolated
Published on: 08/09/2025
A rare human case of the flesh-eating screwworm parasite in Maryland has reignited biosecurity concerns nationwide. While the infection appears isolated, federal officials are ramping up surveillance and prevention efforts to avoid a costly resurgenc
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