Diamond Member Pelican Press 0 Posted December 16 Diamond Member Share Posted December 16 This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up Flesh-Eating Human Parasite Resurfaces in Central America, Raises New Concerns A resurgence of the New World screwworm (Cochliomyia hominivorax), a flesh-eating parasite that primarily targets livestock but can also infect humans, has prompted warnings from U.S. officials. The parasite, native to South America and the Caribbean, was thought to be largely eradicated in the U.S. and Central America through sterilisation programmes in the mid-20th century. Recent detections in Mexico and a rise in cases across Central America since 2023 suggest a troubling comeback, as per reports. Parasite Impact on Livestock and Humans The parasite’s lifecycle begins when female screwworm flies deposit eggs in open wounds or orifices of warm-blooded animals. Upon hatching, the larvae burrow into the host’s flesh, feeding and causing painful wounds that grow larger as the infestation progresses. This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), screwworms can lay up to 300 eggs in a single instance, with a lifespan allowing multiple egg-laying cycles. No approved medical treatment exists for these infestations, and physical removal of larvae remains the only option. Reports indicate that Panama has been heavily affected, with cases escalating from 25 annually before 2023 to over 22,600 confirmed incidents as of December 2024. Costa Rica has also witnessed a rise in human cases, with one fatality confirmed earlier this year, according to the U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica. Preventative Measures and Monitoring Efforts Reportedly, to curb the parasite’s spread into the U.S., the Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed restrictions on livestock imports from Mexico. A barrier zone, maintained jointly by the U.S. and Panama since 2006, is being monitored closely. Officials urge people in affected regions to protect open wounds, apply insect repellents, and report any signs of screwworm infestations in animals, as per reports. Efforts to control the parasite’s resurgence continue, with authorities underscoring the importance of early detection and preventive practices. For the latest tech news and reviews, follow Gadgets 360 on This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up , This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up , This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up , This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up and This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up . For the latest videos on gadgets and tech, subscribe to our This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up . If you want to know everything about top influencers, follow our in-house This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up on This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up and This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up . Realme 14x 5G Confirmed to Pack 6,000mAh Battery; Charging Details Revealed Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra Review: Fuelling a Niche This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up #FleshEating #Human #Parasite #Resurfaces #Central #America #Raises #Concerns This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up Link to comment https://hopzone.eu/forums/topic/184245-flesh-eating-human-parasite-resurfaces-in-central-america-raises-new-concerns/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
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