Veterinarians: A Key Line of Defense Against New World Screwworm
Following the recent detection of New World screwworm (NWS) in Texas, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is empowering one of the most important tools in preventing, identifying, treating and containing this parasite: the veterinarian.
Frontline practitioners across the country are already actively engaged through monitoring and diagnosing potential cases, treating susceptible animals, reporting to state and federal authorities, and educating their clients. The AVMA has mobilized and continues to build on a centralized hub of clinical resources to...
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