Researchers have discovered the mechanism that helps regulate the immune system’s response to helminth infection.

In a case report published in the New England Journal of Medicine, doctors explain how they figured out the source of her fiery symptoms—worms burrowing into her brain. By this point, she was alert ...

Parasite genetics is the study of the genetic material of parasites, including the distribution, function and evolution of genes and genomes. All genomes are replicated in a temporal order, though ...

Parasite biology is the study of all biological aspects of parasites and parasitic diseases, including the structure, growth, development, genetics, ecology and evolution of these organisms.

Degenerative disk disease is a progressive condition in which spinal disks deteriorate. Surgery is an option, but less invasive treatments and therapies may also help. Degenerative disk disease is ...

Crohn's disease is part of a group of conditions known as inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs). There are five main types of Crohn's disease, each with its own set of symptoms. Doctors define each ...

But the court heard that in reality "parasite" Morrison was exploiting his neighbour. Merthyr-born Morrison had moved into a block-of-four flats at Heol Catwg on the Caerwern housing estate ...

Diseases spread through saliva include mononucleosis, strep throat, rotavirus, and even tooth decay. Many diseases can be spread through saliva alone, including viral and bacterial infections. Our ...

Parasites are organisms that survive by living on or inside a host body and feeding off its nutrients. They have the ability to inflict various health issues like digestive problems, fatigue, and ...

Early recognition and prompt treatment are important to reduce both mortality and the frequently catastrophic aftermath of these diseases. Surprisingly a very large percentage of the world's ...