Health
New World Screwworm Outbreak in Northern Mexico
An outbreak of New World screwworm infestations in people and animals spreads through northern Mexico, prompting renewed public health warnings and animal‑control measures.
Mexican and U.S. health authorities report an intensifying outbreak of New World screwworm (Cochliomyia hominivorax) infestations affecting both humans and animals in the northern Mexican state of Tamaulipas, which borders Texas. The outbreak has already led to more than 1,190 human cases and seven deaths across Central America and Mexico, with Mexico accounting for 24 human hospitalizations and 601 active animal cases. Public‑health officials are urging prompt wound inspection and veterinary care, especially in rural and livestock‑rearing communities, to limit further spread and prevent avoidable complications.
- Status
- active
- Location
- Tamaulipas, Mexico
- Date added
- 2026-03-26 10:13 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-03-26 10:13 UTC
- Connected threats
- Not provided