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Chihuahua forms animal health emergency group to combat cattle screwworm

The Chihuahua State Government has established the State Animal Health Emergency Group (GEESA) to manage the zoosanitary emergency caused by the cattle screwworm (GBG). The organization is designed to coordinate response efforts, improve surveillance, and implement prevention measures across the region.

GEESA integrates various stakeholders, including state and federal authorities, security institutions, academic bodies, and livestock producers. The group's structure includes specialized units for epidemiological surveillance, quarantine, biosecurity, immunization, and focus inactivation.

Mauro Parada Muñoz, Secretary of Rural Development, emphasized that inter-institutional cooperation is vital for defining responsibilities and maintaining constant communication. Mario Guevara Acosta, president of GEESA, has initiated training sessions to ensure all participating entities utilize unified data and standardized protocols for tracking and investigating cases.

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Chihuahua · Chihuahua state government · GEESA · Mario Guevara Acosta · Mauro Parada Muñoz

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