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USDA confirmed New World screwworm in a Texas calf on June 3, and state and federal agencies are urging fast reporting of suspicious animal wounds. CDC says no locally acquired human infestations have been reported in the United States, but people and animal owners should know the symptoms and reporting steps.
CDC says no Andes virus cases tied to the M/V Hondius cruise-ship outbreak have been confirmed in the United States. The agency says the overall risk to the American public and travelers remains extremely low while exposed passengers complete monitoring.
CDC reported 2,104 confirmed measles cases in the United States in 2026 as of its June 18 update, with resident cases reported by 41 jurisdictions. Most confirmed cases are linked to outbreaks, and state health departments may post local exposure updates before CDC’s national page changes.
