# New World screwworm concerns put Texas pet adoptions on hold

https://mins.news/en/item/26615

- The Associated Press, 2026-08-19 20:00 UTC
- Health
- Original: https://bit.ly/4qpGGx5

> Texas is dealing with its first New World screwworm outbreak in 60 years, hindering efforts to transfer rescued dogs and cats from overcrowded shelters to other states for adoption.

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