A parasitic infestation has recently been reported in the US. The New World screwworm is the culprit behind the issue.

This problem has been present in the country for about a month now. Since its arrival, there has been much speculation surrounding it.

For accurate information on the New World screwworm, readers can refer to the Denton Record-Chronicle, which provides a distinction between fact and fiction regarding this issue, from their reporting in Lubbock.