Honduras Reports 3 Deaths, 246 Screwworm Cases in Humans

Published on Honduras Daily · Jul 28, 2026 · Originally reported July 28, 2026 by Infobae – Honduras

Honduras has confirmed 246 human screwworm infestations and three deaths — all adults over 70 with underlying conditions in Olancho and Francisco Morazán — prompting health authorities to step up prevention and urge prompt care for open wounds.

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