Increased Rainfall May Lead to Surge in Screwworm Infections in Costa Rica
According to Costa Rican parasitologists, the upcoming months of heavy rains could increase screwworm cases by the end of 2024. “In warm climates with rising rain and humidity, parasite cycles thrive,” explained Victor Montenegro, a parasitologist at the School of Veterinary Medicine of the National University (UNA). Conversely, in drought conditions, many of these agents …
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