This potentially deadly, flesh-eating parasite is getting closer to the US

The flesh-eating parasite, the New World screwworm, was detected this month in the Mexican state of Nuevo León, just 90 miles ...
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A Brain-Infecting Parasite Has Come to California. Should Santa Barbara Worry?

Rat lungworm has been detected in San Diego animals, but local officials say the risk of its spread to Santa Barbara is low.
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Strange parasite kills human cells and wears their remains as disguise

Entamoeba histolytica infects nearly 50 million people each year and kills around 70,000. It’s a shape-shifting parasite that invades the human gut, often causing mild symptoms like diarrhea. But in ...
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Could a silent parasite live in your body for decades without you knowing? The truth about Chagas disease

This little-known infection can stay hidden for years—then suddenly trigger serious, life-threatening complications.

Parasite found in western WA coyotes puts dogs and humans at risk

A recent study by researchers at the UW reveals a deadly parasite in local coyotes that transfers to dogs and humans.

The Surprising Diet Rule That Makes “Good” Parasites Work

Worms reduce inflammation only on high-fiber diets; low fiber disables their benefits and disrupts gut health.
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Do you need to cleanse your body of parasites? A doctor explains the social media fad

(CNN) — Lately, social media feeds have been crawling with testimonials about “parasite cleanses” and DIY worm detoxes. Many people may be unknowingly infected, influencers on TikTok and Instagram ...