Cancún, Quintana Roo — The Animal Welfare Center in Cancún has intensified veterinary training for its staff following a recent increase in screwworm cases among pets in the area.
Yuli Lázaro, head of the Animal Welfare Department, reported that the center treated at least eight cases in the past week, primarily in dogs and one cat, prompting heightened alert and ongoing medical team updates.
“We are in constant training on the screwworm issue,” Lázaro said. “Our group of veterinarians is attending specialized courses to provide proper care to the public, as this is a growing problem in Benito Juárez.”
She explained that the infestation, caused by fly larvae that lodge in open wounds, can progress rapidly and cause severe tissue damage if not treated promptly, making staff preparation crucial for effective intervention.
In addition to training, officials maintain investigations to identify factors driving the case increase in the region, which will help strengthen both clinical care and prevention strategies.
Specialists suggest that Cancún’s characteristic high temperatures may be contributing to the problem by accelerating the fly life cycle and worsening wound conditions in animals.
Authorities emphasized the professionalization of veterinary staff, aiming not only to improve care at the Animal Welfare Center but also to provide more precise guidance to the public for detecting and treating this disease promptly.
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