Essential gene map of malaria parasite Plasmodium knowlesi aids in treatment design
A new, comprehensive map of all the genes essential for blood infections in Plasmodium knowlesi (P. knowlesi), a parasite ...
In Georgia, a 15-centimeter live parasite was found in a woman's head
In Georgia, a 15-centimeter living parasite was found in the human brain. "This is the first confirmed case of a live ...
Mind-altering parasite takes control of host spiders before killing them
Researchers have highlighted a new type of mind-altering parasite that takes over spiders and changes how they act.
Over half of pet-owners unaware of infection risks from their pets: survey
More than half of pet owners in Korea are unaware that humans can contract parasites directly from pets, a recent survey led by a government agency showed Sunday. Some 51.5 percent of the 604 ...
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New mechanism regulates the immune response against parasites
Researchers at the (Belgium) have uncovered a previously unknown mechanism that regulates the immune response against parasites.
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Invasive snail species found in Georgia could harm humans
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is urging caution after invasive snail species in the state were found to harbor ...
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Invasive Snails Can Harm Environment And Your Health
Registration is open for the 16th annual trail race at Southern Adventist University, a collaboration between the ...
Ticking time bomb? Study on ticks in Singapore calls for greater vigilance
An NUS-based study says 11 species that have bitten humans here can carry 1 or more harmful microbes. Read more at ...
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Infectious parasite found in invasive snail species, Georgia Department of Natural Resources says
A type of infectious parasite has been spotted inside invasive snail species brought to Georgia, according to the Department ...