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Historical documents are being reviewed to find solutions to a modern outbreak of screwworm. The U.S. previously eradicated the parasite in 1966. Officials are looking to the past for guidance on how…

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The U.S. last beat screwworm in 1966. Can current leaders learn from the past’s playbook?

Summary by Spring Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Jayme Lozano Carver, Texas Tribune, as published by Houston Public Media · June 25, 2026 · 1 min read

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Historical documents are being reviewed to find solutions to a modern outbreak of screwworm. S. previously eradicated the parasite in 1966.

Officials are looking to the past for guidance on how to tackle the current issue. It is possible that the outbreak could last for decades if not properly addressed. Further information on the outbreak and potential solutions can be found through Houston Public Media, based in Spring, TX.

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Category: local · Published: June 25, 2026 · Source: Houston Public Media · Reading time: 1 min

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Byline on source page	Jayme Lozano Carver, Texas Tribune, as published by Houston Public Media
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Source published	Jun 25, 2026
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The U.S. last beat screwworm in 1966. Can current leaders learn from the past’s playbook?

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