Parasitic Diseases List

Chagas Disease Prevalence in Relatives of Previously Diagnosed Patients    Infectious Disease Advisor As a result of the lack of systematic screening in routine health care in the US, Chagas disease is significantly underdiagnosed, and 7.4% of relatives of existing ...

8 Health Issues You Can Detect From Your Poop There's nothing fun about dealing with gastrointestinal    Bustle There's nothing fun about dealing with gastrointestinal-related illnesses. It's painful, uncomfortable, infringes on your everyday life, and can be quite ...

The 'kissing bug' in Colorado: Why they're causing a stir, where to find them and the real risk    The Denver Channel What's the deal with these “kissing bugs” that have been found in Colorado? Is the risk real?

Antibiotics save lives—but misusing them could lead to millions of deaths    Popular Science Overuse and misuse of antimicrobial medicine could cause devastating infectious disease outbreaks in the coming decades, according to a concerning new ...

CAPC predicts higher heartworm risk, continued spread of Lyme disease in 2019    dvm360 Southeast, Atlantic Coast and Midwest are of particular concern for veterinary parasites this year.

The world's first malaria vaccine will go to 360000 African children    Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Some 360,000 children a year in three African countries will receive the world's first malaria vaccine as part of a large-scale pilot program, the World Health ...

Third Case Of Rat Lungworm Confirmed In Hawaii    Tech Times Hawaii announces the third confirmed case of rat lungworm disease on the island in 2019. Find out more about this parasitic infection that can cause a rare type ...

Face-biting 'kissing bugs' are spreading a serious potentially fatal disease    WTOC Be aware of getting a literal kiss of death of from this little "kissing bug"

Hawaii confirms third case of rat lungworm disease in Big Island resident    Fox News State health officials have confirmed a case of rat lungworm in a resident on Hawaii's Big Island.

UCSD prof labels fetus a 'legitimate parasite,' compares it to cancer    Campus Reform A lecture at the University of California-San Diego School of Medicine included a slide that drew “parallels between fetuses and cancers.” In response to a ...

How to avoid and prevent malaria when visiting Africa    Quartz Every death from malaria is a tragedy. But many infections can be prevented. This is particularly true for holiday-makers, travelers, or people visiting their families ...

Reminder: Obey Dog Waste Ordinance | Community    Yankton Daily Press The Yankton Parks Advisory Board reminds Yankton dog owners to be responsible and obey the local ordinance for dog waste.

Ditch plastic dog poo bags, go compostable    The Conversation AU Don't believe what you read on the label: 'biodegradable' bags might not break down in landfill.

It's the nature of things: Community gardens relieve urban pressures    Shine News A community garden bring nature into a neighborhood, creating a social milieu for children, a pleasi.

Cute or creepy: Why humans love some species, loathe others    GMA News Why do some animals strike a chord with humans, prompting them to donate millions towards their conservation, while others draw little more than disgust?

360000 children in Africa to receive first malaria vaccine which GSK developed    WRAL Tech Wire Some 360000 children a year in three African countries will receive the world's first malaria vaccine as part of a large-scale pilot project, the World Health.

Deadly kissing bugs, already reported in the Carolinas, have spread north, CDC says    Raleigh News & Observer Triatomine bugs, aka “kissing bugs” because they bite people near the mouth and suck their blood while defecating a parasite that can cause deadly chagas ...

Opinion: Combatting the deadliest animal on Earth    Devex You may be surprised to learn that the world's deadliest animal clocks in at just five millimeters long. In 2017, roughly 435,000 people died of malaria, a parasitic ...

Community-based Programmes For Treating Malaria    Namibian STANSLAUS MADENDE THE recent reports of malaria on the rise in Africa are very worrisome, considering the large investments which have been made since ...

The Bahamas' swimming pig attractions are out of control, animal rights advocates say    Sun Sentinel Animal rights advocates in The Bahamas are calling for regulation and inspection of attractions that encourage tourists to swim in the ocean with wild pigs.

Infectious Disease Treatments Market to Witness Surge in Demand Owing to Rising End-use Adoption    Amazing Newspaper Market Highlights. Infectious diseases can be caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. Some of the common examples of infectious diseases are ...

Companion Animal Parasite Council Annual Forecast is Released    PR Web The Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC), the leading source on parasitic diseases that threaten the health of pets and people, today released its annual ...

Veritable powerhouses -- even without DNA: Parasitic algae from the dinoflagellate lineage have organized their genetic material in an unprecedented way    Science Daily The cells of most life forms contain mitochondria for energy production. They normally have their own genetic material, in addition to that found in the nucleus.

The Pet Expert: Dangerous New Tapeworm Spreading Across Ontario    The Meaford Independent Move over, black-legged deer ticks. There is a new parasite taking centre stage in Ontario, and it's a doozie.

Study shines light on safety of deworming programs    Medical Xpress A new study has identified no major differences between the microbiomes of people infected with roundworm or hookworm and uninfected peers.

'Audacious' science ideas win huge funding boosts after selection by TED group    Science Magazine The TED organization, whose slick online video presentations have helped thousands of scientists and other thinkers reach huge audiences and potential ...

Community-based Programmes For Treating Malaria    Namibian STANSLAUS MADENDE THE recent reports of malaria on the rise in Africa are very worrisome, considering the large investments which have been made since ...

'Kissing bugs' are in Maryland, but they're little cause for concern    Baltimore Sun A bug that can carry a serious parasite and has been found in Delaware also has a presence in Maryland. But entomologists say it shouldn't spark alarm among ...

Study shines light on safety of deworming programs    Medical Xpress A new study has identified no major differences between the microbiomes of people infected with roundworm or hookworm and uninfected peers.

Veritable powerhouses -- even without DNA: Parasitic algae from the dinoflagellate lineage have organized their genetic material in an unprecedented way    Science Daily The cells of most life forms contain mitochondria for energy production. They normally have their own genetic material, in addition to that found in the nucleus.

Keep Your Cats Indoors For Its Safety and Yours    Science Times Pet cats that are allowed to go out of the house are likely to become infected with parasites or pathogens about three times more than those that are confined ...

Infectious Disease Treatments Can Expect 7.1% By 2023| Global Industry Size, Share, Growth, trends, Business Opportunity, By Devices and Forecast    Fashion Herald Market Highlights. Infectious diseases can be caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. Some of the common examples of infectious diseases are ...

PetSmart Launches New Flea and Tick Application Program to Prevent Insect-Borne Diseases in Pets    Yahoo Finance PHOENIX, April 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Springtime means warmer weather which brings a rise in fleas, ticks and mosquitoes. According to data from the ...

Study shines light on safety of deworming programs    Medical Xpress A new study has identified no major differences between the microbiomes of people infected with roundworm or hookworm and uninfected peers.

Veritable powerhouses -- even without DNA: Parasitic algae from the dinoflagellate lineage have organized their genetic material in an unprecedented way    Science Daily The cells of most life forms contain mitochondria for energy production. They normally have their own genetic material, in addition to that found in the nucleus.

Keep Your Cats Indoors For Its Safety and Yours    Science Times Pet cats that are allowed to go out of the house are likely to become infected with parasites or pathogens about three times more than those that are confined ...

'Audacious' science ideas win huge funding boosts after selection by TED group    Science Magazine The TED organization, whose slick online video presentations have helped thousands of scientists and other thinkers reach huge audiences and potential ...

Study shines light on safety of deworming programs    Medical Xpress A new study has identified no major differences between the microbiomes of people infected with roundworm or hookworm and uninfected peers.

Veritable powerhouses -- even without DNA: Parasitic algae from the dinoflagellate lineage have organized their genetic material in an unprecedented way    Science Daily The cells of most life forms contain mitochondria for energy production. They normally have their own genetic material, in addition to that found in the nucleus.

Keep Your Cats Indoors For Its Safety and Yours    Science Times Pet cats that are allowed to go out of the house are likely to become infected with parasites or pathogens about three times more than those that are confined ...

'Audacious' science ideas win huge funding boosts after selection by TED group    Science Magazine The TED organization, whose slick online video presentations have helped thousands of scientists and other thinkers reach huge audiences and potential ...

Study shines light on safety of deworming programs    Medical Xpress A new study has identified no major differences between the microbiomes of people infected with roundworm or hookworm and uninfected peers.

How to avoid and prevent malaria when visiting Africa    Quartz Every death from malaria is a tragedy. But many infections can be prevented. This is particularly true for holiday-makers, travelers, or people visiting their families ...

CAPC predicts higher heartworm risk, continued spread of Lyme disease in 2019    dvm360 Southeast, Atlantic Coast and Midwest are of particular concern for veterinary parasites this year.

Obscure sexually transmitted parasite tangles with immune system    Science News Scientists are working out how Trichomonas vaginalis, one of the most prevalent sexually transmitted infections, causes problems in women and men.

Face-biting 'kissing bugs' are spreading a serious potentially fatal disease    WTOC Be aware of getting a literal kiss of death of from this little "kissing bug"

Child, teen deaths fall by half, global study finds    KXLY Spokane As the world's population continues to rise, more children are surviving into adulthood, a new study finds, but rates of disability have increased as well.

Dangerous 'Kissing' Bug Marches North in US    Medscape The CDC's recent report about a "kissing bug" identified in Delaware for the first time has sparked concerns as the potentially deadly bug marches its way north ...

CDC: Vile 'Kissing Bugs' Appear to Be Moving North    The Weather Channel Delaware has become the 29th state to report an encounter with Triatomine bug, also known as the 'kissing bug.'

Liver Fibrosis Drugs Market Overview and Regional Outlook Study 2017 – 2025    New Daily Herald Liver fibrosis is the most common liver condition. It is the imbalance of decomposition and synthesis of the extra cellular matrix (ECM) and collagens caused by ...

How to Treat a Swollen Vagina Lip    RedOrbit Vagina lips are the common term for labia. They are on the outside of the vagina, also called vulva. Their purpose is to protect the vagina, urethra, and clitoris ...

Chagas Disease Prevalence in Relatives of Previously Diagnosed Patients    Infectious Disease Advisor As a result of the lack of systematic screening in routine health care in the US, Chagas disease is significantly underdiagnosed, and 7.4% of relatives of existing ...

California professor slammed for calling fetus 'legitimate parasite' during lecture on cancer    Fox News A medical school lecture comparing the "parallels between fetuses and cancers" is coming under fire from the University of California as a dehumanizing lesson ...

‘Kissing bug’ carrying fatal disease reported in Illinois, CDC says    Chicago Sun-Times The "kissing bug" – which bites people around their mouth and can pass along the fatal disease Chagas – is making its way north.

8 Health Issues You Can Detect From Your Poop    Bustle There's nothing fun about dealing with gastrointestinal-related illnesses. It's painful, uncomfortable, infringes on your everyday life, and can be quite ...

What to Know About Malaria When You're Traveling    Lifehacker Malaria is endemic to many tropical parts of the world, and it can result in severe complications if you contract the disease while traveling. So if you're planning a ...

Child and teen deaths fall by half, but disability on the rise, global study finds    Q13 News Seattle As the world's population continues to rise, more children are surviving into adulthood, a new study finds, but rates of disability have increased as well. Research ...

Foodborne illness cases on the rise    Politico Farming frenzy on America's final frontier — Kushner to give Trump new immigration plan next week — Biden on ag.

Customers at McDonald’s in New York Complain of Finding Earthworms in Drink    The Epoch Times Multiple customers have complained of finding earthworms in their McDonald's beverages at a restaurant in NY state, according to local reports. The New York ...

Why do we find some animals cute and others creepy? Scientists explain    Daily Sabah The Chinese giant salamander, the largest amphibian in the world, is not cute. Weighing as much as an adult human, it has slimy brown skin, a giant...

Why humans love some species, loathe others | Life , Living    The Daily Star The Chinese giant salamander, the largest amphibian in the world, is not cute.

Cute or creepy: why humans love some species, loathe others    Philippine Star PARIS, France — The Chinese giant salamander, the largest amphibian in the world, is not cute. Weighing as much as an adult human, it has slimy brown skin, ...

'Audacious' science ideas win huge funding boosts after selection by TED group    Science Magazine The TED organization, whose slick online video presentations have helped thousands of scientists and other thinkers reach huge audiences and potential ...

Study shines light on safety of deworming programs    Medical Xpress A new study has identified no major differences between the microbiomes of people infected with roundworm or hookworm and uninfected peers.

Veritable powerhouses -- even without DNA: Parasitic algae from the dinoflagellate lineage have organized their genetic material in an unprecedented way    Science Daily The cells of most life forms contain mitochondria for energy production. They normally have their own genetic material, in addition to that found in the nucleus.

Keep Your Cats Indoors For Its Safety and Yours    Science Times Pet cats that are allowed to go out of the house are likely to become infected with parasites or pathogens about three times more than those that are confined ...

UCSD prof labels fetus a 'legitimate parasite,' compares it to cancer    Campus Reform A lecture at the University of California-San Diego School of Medicine included a slide that drew “parallels between fetuses and cancers.” In response to a ...

Antibiotics save lives—but misusing them could lead to millions of deaths    Popular Science Overuse and misuse of antimicrobial medicine could cause devastating infectious disease outbreaks in the coming decades, according to a concerning new ...

Laboratory professionals: the hidden profession | Opinion    The Tennessean The medical laboratory is often considered a hidden profession, but it is estimated that 70% of information used to help patients comes from the lab.

PetSmart Launches New Flea and Tick Application Program to Prevent Insect-Borne Diseases in Pets    PRNewswire PHOENIX, April 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Springtime means warmer weather which brings a rise in fleas, ticks and mosquitoes. According to data from the ...

Widespread Testing Begins on Malaria Vaccine That Is Only Partly Effective    The New York Times Despite the vaccine's drawbacks, the W.H.O. endorsed testing on 360000 children, in an effort to lower death rates in Africa.

Anti-Malarial drugs Market to Hold a High Potential for Growth by 2027    New Daily Herald Anti-malarial drugs are the medicines used to prevent and treat malaria. The malaria is the disease caused due to the parasite known as Plasmodium, belongs ...

Woman that Promotes Bleach as Autism “Cure” Loses Facebook Groups    Patheos Facebook removed multiple pages and groups connected to Kerri Rivera. Rivera promotes the use of bleach to cure and heal autism.

Targeting Addiction | Harvard Medical School    Harvard Medical School At a time when U.S. health officials are calling opioid misuse and addiction a serious national crisis, Harvard Medical School's MEDscience program is using its ...

Researchers Find Disease-Causing Parasite, Bacteria In Northeast Iowa Waters    Iowa Public Radio Scientists at Luther College in Decorah have found signs of disease-causing bacteria and parasites in some northeast Iowa waters. The findings could be a.

Even in a Michigan outdoor paradise, ticks are a growing public health threat    Detroit Free Press The blood-sucking parasites — which love to inhabit grassy shorelines, bushy fields and wooded areas — can carry deadly diseases.

A parasitic illness from 'kissing bugs' that bite your face at night is spreading — here's how to tell those insects apart from other bugs    Chron "Kissing bugs" that bite people's faces can pass along a parasitic disease. They a lot like stink bugs, but there are a few key differences.

Deadly blood-sucking 'kissing bug' in Tennessee    WVLT.TV (WVLT) -- According to the Tennessee Department of Health, "kissing" bugs carrying the parasitic infection known as Chagas disease are infecting humans with ...

California professor slammed for calling fetus 'legitimate parasite' during lecture on cancer    Fox News A medical school lecture comparing the "parallels between fetuses and cancers" is coming under fire from the University of California as a dehumanizing lesson ...

'Kissing bugs' are in Maryland, but they're little cause for concern    Baltimore Sun A bug that can carry a serious parasite and has been found in Delaware also has a presence in Maryland. But entomologists say it shouldn't spark alarm among ...

Take a trip from a parasite’s perspective    Deadline News A new science-art exhibition will allow people to see how scientists are fighting deadly parasites. Para-site-seeing: Departure Lounge is an exhibition funded by ...

Antibiotics save lives—but misusing them could lead to millions of deaths    Popular Science Overuse and misuse of antimicrobial medicine could cause devastating infectious disease outbreaks in the coming decades, according to a concerning new ...

The 'kissing bug' in Colorado: Why they're causing a stir, where to find them and the real risk    The Denver Channel What's the deal with these “kissing bugs” that have been found in Colorado? Is the risk real?

8 Health Issues You Can Detect From Your Poop    Bustle There's nothing fun about dealing with gastrointestinal-related illnesses. It's painful, uncomfortable, infringes on your everyday life, and can be quite ...

The world's first malaria vaccine will go to 360000 African children    Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Some 360,000 children a year in three African countries will receive the world's first malaria vaccine as part of a large-scale pilot program, the World Health ...

Third Case Of Rat Lungworm Confirmed In Hawaii    Tech Times Hawaii announces the third confirmed case of rat lungworm disease on the island in 2019. Find out more about this parasitic infection that can cause a rare type ...

Hawaii confirms third case of rat lungworm disease in Big Island resident    Fox News State health officials have confirmed a case of rat lungworm in a resident on Hawaii's Big Island.

Malawi begins 'historic' rollout of first ever malaria vaccine    The Independent Malawi has become the very first country to begin immunising children against malaria, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced.

UCSD prof labels fetus a 'legitimate parasite,' compares it to cancer    Campus Reform A lecture at the University of California-San Diego School of Medicine included a slide that drew “parallels between fetuses and cancers.” In response to a ...

Face-biting 'kissing bugs' are spreading a serious potentially fatal disease    KLTV Be aware of getting a literal kiss of death of from this little "kissing bug"

Swimming pigs in the Bahamas: Attractions out of control, animal rights advocates say    Traveller Not long ago, the novelty of swimming with pigs off the shore of an uninhabited Bahama island elicited squeals of delight - and selfies aplenty.

Parasite found in fish served at Silliman Matt Kristoffersen Apr 26, 3:06 am    Yale Daily News Shortly after finishing brunch last Saturday, a Yale undergraduate — who requested that her name not be included in the article to protect her privacy — was not ...

Infectious Disease Treatments Market to Witness Surge in Demand Owing to Rising End-use Adoption    Amazing Newspaper Market Highlights. Infectious diseases can be caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. Some of the common examples of infectious diseases are ...

Infectious Disease Treatments: Development History, Current Analysis and Estimated Forecast to 2023    Market Mirror Market Highlights. Infectious diseases can be caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. Some of the common examples of infectious diseases are ...

Swimming pigs in the Bahamas: Attractions out of control, animal rights advocates say    Traveller Not long ago, the novelty of swimming with pigs off the shore of an uninhabited Bahama island elicited squeals of delight - and selfies aplenty.

Woman that Promotes Bleach as Autism “Cure” Loses Facebook Groups    Patheos Facebook removed multiple pages and groups connected to Kerri Rivera. Rivera promotes the use of bleach to cure and heal autism.

OP-ED: All We Are Saying is Give Tapeworms a Chance    Daily Maverick Sometimes madness can be an appropriate response to reality — a sentiment South Africans, heading to the polls on 8 May 2019 in the wake of the crazy State ...

'If you cross your eyes, they'll get stuck like that' and other white lies parents tell their kids    Omaha World-Herald The other day, my sister-in-law and I sat down to swap mom stories. We talked about the cute and funny things our kiddos had done lately and we shared the.

The Pet Expert: Dangerous New Tapeworm Spreading Across Ontario    The Meaford Independent Move over, black-legged deer ticks. There is a new parasite taking centre stage in Ontario, and it's a doozie.

Foodborne disease infections are on the rise. Here are the most common    CNN CDC researchers identified campylobacter, a bacteria most often found in chicken, raw milk and contaminated water, as the No. 1 cause of bacterial foodborne ...

Can a dog sniff out malaria from socks?    DW (English) It may be worth letting a dog sniff your socks. According to a British study, the method could be used to detect malaria earlier.

Food poisoning remains persistent problem, US report finds    Torrington Register Citizen NEW YORK (AP) — As recent illnesses tied to raw turkey , ground beef , cut melon and romaine lettuce suggest, U.S. food poisoning cases don't appear to be ...

Child and teen deaths fall by half, but disability on the rise, global study finds    CNN As the world's population continues to rise, more children are surviving into adulthood, a new study finds, but rates of disability have increased as well.

How to avoid and prevent malaria when visiting Africa    Quartz Every death from malaria is a tragedy. But many infections can be prevented. This is particularly true for holiday-makers, travelers, or people visiting their families ...

Deadly kissing bugs, already reported in the Carolinas, have spread north, CDC says    Raleigh News & Observer Triatomine bugs, aka “kissing bugs” because they bite people near the mouth and suck their blood while defecating a parasite that can cause deadly chagas ...

Can a dog sniff out malaria from socks?    DW (English) It may be worth letting a dog sniff your socks. According to a British study, the method could be used to detect malaria earlier.

Why You Should Be Wary Of ‘Biodegradable’ Dog Poo Bags    The Fresh Toast Bags can be labelled biodegradable, but after being used and discarded they might only partly decompose because the conditions are not right for full ...

Plenty of glitz but TV drama it wasn’t    The Australian Share this article. Facebook · Twitter · Email; Print. All is quiet. Our watch begins … No, we are not talking about Game of Thrones. Who even cares about Game ...

Study shines light on safety of deworming programs    EurekAlert Washington, DC - April 23, 2019 - A new study has identified no major differences between the microbiomes of people infected with roundworm or hookworm ...

Genomic Surveillance Is a Key Weapon in the Fight against Malaria    Scientific American The World Health Organization recently proposed a new 10+1 initiative for malaria control and elimination that targets 10 of the African countries (plus India) that ...

New pour-on for cattle parasite battle    vet times Taurador Pour-on Solution can be integrated into most holistic animal health plans and kills a range of internal parasites, according to Norbrook.

VIDEO: Fish farming company launches $30-million vessel to treat salmon for sea lice in B.C. waters    Coast Mountain News Freshwater treatment an improvement but fish farms should be removed from sea, says conservationist.

Widespread Testing Begins on Malaria Vaccine That Is Only Partly Effective    The New York Times Despite the vaccine's drawbacks, the W.H.O. endorsed testing on 360000 children, in an effort to lower death rates in Africa.

Can a dog sniff out malaria from socks?    DW (English) It may be worth letting a dog sniff your socks. According to a British study, the method could be used to detect malaria earlier.

The old ways of reintegrating young veterans need to be abandoned    Medical Xpress The reintegration of former child soldiers is a key mandate of humanitarian organisations across the globe.

A parasitic illness from 'kissing bugs' that bite your face at night is spreading — here's how to tell those insects apart from other bugs    Chron "Kissing bugs" that bite people's faces can pass along a parasitic disease. They a lot like stink bugs, but there are a few key differences.

Hawaii officials confirm 3rd case of rat lungworm disease    San Francisco Chronicle KAILUA-KONA, Hawaii (AP) — Hawaii health officials say a resident on the Big Island's east side has contracted rat lungworm disease. West Hawaii Today ...

Mymetics receives HIV Vaccine Funding from the NIH    Yahoo Finance Funding to prepare Mymetics' cold chain independent needle free mucosal virosome HIV vaccine candidate for clinical trials. - Collaboration with Texas ...

Muno-Vax Biotechnologies Takes Aim at Common American Ailments    Yahoo Finance BOCA RATON, Fla., April 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- American adults are obsessed with getting healthy and three-quarters of them take dietary supplements.