A recent study has shown that the invasive cane toad, Rhinella marina, may reduce lungworm burdens in native Australian frogs.
While a group of dedicated researchers develop novel method to control ticks, these tiny arachnids take revenge by spreading further and infecting people and animals with the pathogens they transmit.
A report of the latest surveillance study confirms that Mexico has met WHO criteria for the declaration of the elimination of onchocerciasis.
BugBitten began in October 2013 as a blog for the parasite and vector- borne diseases community; hosted by Parasites and Vectors. The blogs we post highlight and discuss the major developments in our field and provide a forum where expert opinions can be sought and educational advice provided. Many of the posting also aim to be… Read more »