You can take certain steps to lower your chances of becoming an unwitting host to one of these nasties. Practicing basic ...

Three types of parasites can cause disease in humans. They are protozoa, carried by mosquitos, helminths, such as roundworm, and ectoparasites, for instance lice and bed bugs. Parasites are organisms ...

DNA within dried feces dating from more than 1,000 years ago provides valuable insights into the pathogens that plagued ancient Mexican peoples, according to a study published October 22, 2025 in the ...

Scientists at ARUP Laboratories have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) tool that detects intestinal parasites in stool samples more quickly and accurately than traditional methods, potentially ...