One year ago, New World screwworm (NWS) was a looming threat for equine veterinarians. Today, it’s a clinical reality. The New World screwworm (NWS) is a growing U.S. threat, and equine veterinarians are on the front line. The following is a primer on NWS. We encourage you to take advantage of the resources available through AAEP and USDA noted below to learn more.SP AuthorSally Denotta
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