The newest Lancet Countdown publication highlights negative impacts of climate change on human health in Europe, including several climate-sensitive vectors and pathogens.
A study in Ghana provides insights into the tissue preferences of African trypanosomes in animals, with implications on diagnostic and treatment strategies.
Anopheles sacharovi, a historical malaria vector in Italy, has reappeared in the country after 50 years, Raele et al. report.
Studies of ancient human remains are beginning to reveal details of the origin, evolution, and virulence of parasitic diseases, including malaria. A recent study of mitochondrial DNA from an ancient skeleton is adding to our understanding.