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The Timeless Journey of Screwworm: An Overview of Efforts to Tackle Parasitic Challenges and Protect Livestock, Health, and the Environment

The Timeless Journey of Screwworm: An Overview of Efforts to Tackle Parasitic Challenges and Protect Livestock, Health, and the Environment


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What if a tiny parasite could disrupt life, economy, and health across the globe? The Timeless Journey of Screwworm reveals how one of nature's smallest threats has led to massive upheavals, economic struggles, and health challenges. From farmlands of the past to high-tech solutions of today, this book explores the ongoing fight against the New World screwworm, a parasite that destroys livestock, disrupts global food chains, and impacts human health. Did you know that one of the world's most devastating parasitic challenges still lurks in certain regions and is spreading? This eye-opening book pulls back the curtain on the decades-long battle against a disease once thought controlled but has returned, fueled by global travel, climate change, and evolving pests. In The Timeless Journey of Screwworm, provides an accessible overview of: The Impact of the Screwworm: Discover how this tiny pest has cost farmers millions, crippled industries, and threatened the well-being of both animals and humans. The Fight to Protect Livestock: Learn about innovative methods, like the sterile male technique, to control screwworm populations and safeguard agriculture. Public Health Response: Gain insight into how public health agencies globally work together to prevent screwworm outbreaks from spreading to new regions. Environmental Consequences of Pest Control: Understand how controlling this parasite protects the planet as much as it protects livestock and human health. The Role of International Collaboration: Explore the need for global cooperation in tackling zoonotic diseases and protecting against parasitic threats. Future Solutions: Discover groundbreaking innovations shaping the next phase in parasitic control. By following the screwworm's journey from destruction to potential eradication, you'll not only grasp pest control science but also understand the global efforts to create a healthier, safer world. Whether you're a concerned citizen, a public health student, or someone eager to learn how humanity is solving complex problems, this book will leave you thinking about the unseen forces impacting our everyday lives. Key Highlights: Real-World Impact: Understand the far-reaching economic and public health consequences of screwworm infestations. Scientific Breakthroughs: Discover how cutting-edge technology and genetic innovations are helping us outsmart one of nature's most persistent pests. A Global Challenge: Learn how countries around the world are banding together to fight this growing threat. The Road Ahead: Explore future solutions, including new pest control methods, ensuring sustainable progress in protecting livestock, human health, and the environment. This book isn't just about a tiny parasite; it's about perseverance, cooperation, and innovation that drive humanity to solve the world's pressing challenges. The Timeless Journey of Screwworm is your essential guide to understanding how one of the world's oldest battles against parasites is fought with both ancient wisdom and modern science. It's a must-read for anyone looking to understand the balance between nature, agriculture, and human well-being in today's rapidly changing world. Get Your Copy Now! Dive into this captivating journey and discover how we're fighting to protect what matters most, our health, animals, and planet.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9798265596833
  • Publisher: Independently Published
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Sub Title: An Overview of Efforts to Tackle Parasitic Challenges and Protect Livestock, Health, and the Environment
  • Width: 152 mm
  • ISBN-10: 8265596839
  • Publisher Date: 15 Sep 2025
  • Height: 229 mm
  • No of Pages: 180
  • Spine Width: 10 mm
  • Weight: 299 gr


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