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U.S. New World Screwworm cases rise to 20 as Texas outbreak expands
Summary by Denton News Editorial Desk Amber Kite , as published by FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For more information on the New World screwworm outbreak, including details on the affected areas and the response from federal and state officials, readers can refer to the source, FOX 4 KDFW, based in Denton, TX.
In the United States, the number of cases of New World screwworm has increased. The total count is now at 20. Most of these cases are found in Texas, with only one case reported outside of the state.
For more information on the New World screwworm outbreak, including details on the affected areas and the response from federal and state officials, readers can refer to the source, FOX 4 KDFW, based in Denton , TX.
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Category: local Published: June 25, 2026 Source: FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In the United States, the number of cases of New World screwworm has increased. The total count is now at 20. Most of these cases are found in Texas, with only one case reported outside of the state…
When was this published? This article was first published on June 25, 2026 by FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) and curated for Denton News readers.
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