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The Flesh-Eating Parasite Threatening U.S. Livestock: New World Screwworm Explained | Episode 18
What if a tiny parasite could destroy the U.S. livestock industry?
In this episode of the Beyond Data Podcast, we talk with Dr. David Dyjack (who called this threat out back in May as being real but not in the news - during a conversation on this podcast.) and he breaks down the shocking threat posed by the New World Screwworm—a flesh-eating parasite making a dangerous comeback. Discover how it spreads, why it’s so deadly to cattle, and what’s being done to stop it.
📌 Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:15 What is the New World Screwworm?
04:30 Why It’s a Threat to U.S. Livestock
08:10 Historical Outbreaks & Eradication Efforts
12:20 Current Status & Prevention Measures
18:00 The Big Question: Are We Ready?
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