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⚠️ New World Screwworm: What Kentucky Producers Need to Know ⚠️

You may have seen recent news regarding New World Screwworm (NWS) and its movement in parts of North and Central America. While New World Screwworm is NOT currently established in Kentucky, veterinarians and animal health officials across the United States are closely monitoring the situation.

New World Screwworm is a parasitic fly whose larvae (maggots) feed on living tissue, causing severe wounds and potentially life-threatening infections in livestock, wildlife, pets, and occasionally people.

Signs to watch for include:
• Wounds that fail to heal or worsen unexpectedly
• Foul-smelling discharge from a wound
• Maggots present in a wound
• Irritation, excessive licking, or discomfort around an injury
• Unexplained weight loss or decreased production in livestock

Our Veterinarians at CVC are actively following updates from state and federal animal health officials and working closely with regulatory agencies to stay informed.

If you notice any unusual wounds or suspect a case of screwworm in your animals, contact your veterinarian immediately. Early recognition and reporting are critical to protecting our livestock industry.

If you have any questions- please do not hesitate to call us! We will continue to share updates as new information becomes available.

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Did you know that at CVC, our surgical recovery kennels are located right beside our treatment area? This allows our team to closely monitor patients before and after their procedures to ensure they remain comfortable and safe throughout recovery.

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