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Waco receives $600K in NexGard to prepare for New World Screwworm
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · As published by KWTX
· August 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For more information on Waco's preparation for the New World Screwworm, readers can refer to the full report from KWTX, the local news source that provided this update.
The city of Waco has received a significant amount of NexGard, valued at $600K. This preparation is in response to the New World Screwworm. Details about the distribution and use of NexGard are not specified, but it is clear that the city is taking steps to address the issue.
For more information on Waco's preparation for the New World Screwworm, readers can refer to the full report from KWTX, the local news source that provided this update.
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Category: local ·
Published: August 7, 2026 ·
Source: KWTX ·
Reading time: 1 min
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