A Clemson University professor has received a grant to help fight a deadly parasite that can decimate infected flocks.

In a new study, researchers discovered a key process where malarial parasites take up a human blood cell ... Causes of Fevers of Unknown Origin in Sub-Saharan Africa Feb. 11, 2025 — A new ...

James Cook University scientists have found stonefish toxins could be used to fight parasitic worm infections suffered by ...

Playgrounds are “hotspots” for dangerous parasites found in dog poop, according to new Irish research that has led to zoologists calling for more bins and better signage to protect children.

Dog and cat roundworms have been linked to loss of vision, difficulty breathing, asthma, epilepsy and cognitive decline in people ...

Parasite genomics is the scientific discipline concerned with the study of the genetic material (genome) of parasites, primarily using sequencing, bioinformatics and computational tools. The ...

In 2023 alone, the world saw some 263 million cases of malaria, a deadly disease that causes fever, fatigue, and sometimes seizures (in the most severe cases). Caused by one of five malaria parasites, ...

Stories referencing the ranking included headlines like "Dublin ranks among the top ten most dangerous major cities in Europe," which ran on the Sunday World website on 9 January 2024. On 26 ...

But for babies and people with weakened immune systems, it can be deadly. This is because it can sometimes lead to life-threatening conditions like sepsis or meningitis. You shouldn’t leave ...

“Water can introduce harmful bacteria and parasites, such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Acanthamoeba, which can get trapped under the lenses.” If these organisms adhere to your contact lenses, you can ...

This piece of information talks about the most common food additives and their dangerous side effects. In January 2025, the FDA banned the use of Red Dye No. 3 in food products, citing studies ...

Pets can carry parasites that pass to humans potentially dangerous diseases like Lyme Disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and Toxocariasis. These diseases can pose a serious risk to people ...