Heartworm infection is already prevalent in wolves that have recolonized the known heartworm-endemic area in Northern Italy.
In the wake of the wildfires burning throughout the western U.S., it is timely to explore recent studies examining the effects of fire on parasites.… Read more »
Researchers from Benin and France uncovered a missing piece of the puzzle for human-cattle schistosome hybridization.
Schistosomiasis is a ‘neglected tropical disease’ caused by infection with a freshwater parasitic worm. But is it still a… Read more »
For a bit of fun we have put together a small cryptic crossword puzzle where the answers relate to parasite and vectors. Hope you… Read more »
A new study investigates the effectiveness of mass drug administration to reduce prevalence of mites that cause scabies and their… Read more »
Springing into action: scientists flock to Aberystwyth to discuss parasites (sometimes parasites and sheep!) at annual British… Read more »
To win the fight against parasitic diahorreal disease, the molecular detail of pathogenesis must be understood. Three recent… Read more »
In the control of parasitic diseases, the correct diagnostic tool at the right time will accurately assess the burden of disease,… Read more »
Uniting to Combat's 5th progress report highlights some of the key achievements made since the London Declarations in 2012 and… Read more »
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