Much later, in the 19th Century, swimming pools emerged in Britain and the US. But along with them came the challenge of ...

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A microscopic parasite quietly infects the brains of millions worldwide. Known scientifically as Toxoplasma gondii, this tiny ...

Two men developed life-threatening parasitic worm infections after receiving kidneys from the same donor, exposing rare but ...

HEALTH warnings have been issued over salad bags due to potentially deadly contamination fears. The popular ready-to-eat ...

Conservative influencers are pushing livestock dewormers along with DIY “detox” potions, and people are posting photos of ...

Toxoplasma gondii, a parasite, is silently affects brain signaling - possibly altering neural balance even in people without ...

The symptoms usually occur one to two weeks after exposure to the parasite. Symptoms initially include diarrhea, bloating, nausea, abdominal cramping, and malaise. Weight loss is also a frequent ...

In a disturbing case of medical misdiagnosis, an 18-year-old boy was treated for tuberculosis (TB) for six months before ...

A 61-year-old man thought he was on his way to recovery after receiving a donated kidney, but his life soon took a turn for ...