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Oaxaca Confirms 45 Human Myiasis Cases from Screwworm Fly; 15 Under Study

Oaxaca health authorities confirmed 45 human myiasis cases caused by the screwworm fly, with 15 more under investigation. This marks a notable public health event in the region, though the source is a single news report and case details are limited. The outbreak's scale and containment measures remain uncertain, but it signals a potential emerging health risk in southern Mexico.

El Financieroabout 19 hours agoMXCredibility 26%View source

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Confidence0.5
Significance0.5
Source credibility0.3

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