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Border health officials respond after screwworm case found in Nuevo Laredo
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk Alex Cano , as published by KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information on the situation can be found through local news sources, including KGNS, which is providing updates on the response from health officials in Nuevo Laredo.
Health officials are taking action after a case of screwworm was found in Nuevo Laredo . The discovery has prompted a response from local health authorities. Details of the case are limited, but it is known that the screwworm was found on a ranch in the area.
Officials inspected other animals on the ranch and did not find any additional cases. Further information on the situation can be found through local news sources, including KGNS, which is providing updates on the response from health officials in Nuevo Laredo.
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Category: local Published: June 29, 2026 Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Health officials are taking action after a case of screwworm was found in Nuevo Laredo. The discovery has prompted a response from local health authorities. Details of the case are limited, but it is…
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