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Flesh-eating screwworms feast on humans in Mexico; human cases top 500
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Human cases of flesh-eating screwworm infestations have surged in Mexico, with over 500 cases reported between 2025 and 2026. The parasitic larvae, which were previously eradicated, are causing severe wounds and have resulted in at least six deaths.
Flesh feasting Flesh-eating screwworms feast on humans in Mexico; human cases top 500 Six deaths reported among screwworm cases, one directly attributed to the flies.
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