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2 clusters · 11 sources · 10 days · First seen 14 days ago · Last updated 5 days ago

Cutaneous myiasis outbreak in Panama Oeste

Overview

In Panama Oeste, the Ministry of Health confirmed 36 cases of cutaneous myiasis caused by cattle screwworm fly larvae. Regional epidemiology director Lorena Merlo reported that the cases primarily affected adults over the age of 65, with some requiring hospitalization.

Infections were concentrated in the districts of Arraiján and La Chorrera, particularly in areas near cattle pens or homes with dirt floors. Medical professionals advised that patients with open wounds should keep them covered and seek immediate attention to ensure the complete extraction of the parasites.

Entities

Ministry of Health of Panama · Moisés Nájera Torres · Secretaría de Salud de Durango · Pueblo Nuevo · Panama Oeste

Timeline

5 days ago

[HEALTH] 8 sources
Durango reports first human case of screw-worm myiasis
Durango authorities confirmed the state's first human case of screw-worm myiasis. The patient is recovering, but officials warn of risks to vulnerable populations amid a wider livestock outbreak.
14 days ago

[HEALTH] 3 sources
Panama Oeste reports 36 cases of cutaneous myiasis
Panama Oeste health officials confirmed 36 cases of cutaneous myiasis caused by cattle screwworm larvae, primarily affecting adults over 65 in the Arraiján and La Chorrera districts.

Sources

almomento.mx · diaadia.com.pa · diariodechimbote.com · elfinanciero.com.mx · gaceta.mx · hoytamaulipas.net · lanigua.com.mx · lopezdoriga.com · nvinoticias.com · segundoasegundo.com · tribuna.com.mx