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safety El Sudcaliforniano 2026-06-02

First Human Case of Screwworm Confirmed in Nuevo León

The first human case of screwworm has been confirmed in Nuevo León, involving an 84-year-old patient. The individual is hospitalized and underwent surgery to address a tongue infection caused by the parasite.

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