The Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (WVDL) is monitoring developments related to New World screwworm and associated guidance from state and federal animal health authorities:
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USDA APHIS – https://www.aphis.usda.gov
(Search: “New World Screwworm” for current alerts, surveillance, and response guidance) -
Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP)
https://datcp.wi.gov
(See Animal Health updates for any Wisconsin-specific advisories)
Core awareness
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New World screwworm is not a food safety issue. Milk and dairy products remain safe, and consumers should continue to feel confident purchasing and consuming Wisconsin dairy products.
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This detection is not a surprise; it reflects a known risk that the U.S. has been actively preparing for with significant investment in surveillance, response, and prevention systems.
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NWS is a parasitic threat affecting all warm-blooded mammals, including livestock, wildlife, pets, and, rarely, people.