What should you do if you notice NWS?
NWS maggots can infest any warm-
of your pets, you should contact the vet office immediately.
For more information regarding New World Screwworm,
please visit the CDC website below:
https://www.cdc.gov/new-
Please note: Due to the detection of New World Screwworm in the United States, the USDA has
halted the export of some species of animals into Mexico. The doctors and staff at Avalon
Animal Hospital & Bird Clinic are monitoring the changes and updates from the USDA as they
are changing rapidly.
Please be aware that these updates may affect your pet’s ability to travel within the USA and
internationally.
The USDA has confirmed a New World Screwworm (NWS)
outbreak in the United States.
