One of the simplest, most over-studied organisms in the world is the C. elegans nematode. For 13 years, a project called ...

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A riotous photography collection from a recent underwater mission off the coast of Chile shows new and fascinating deep-sea ...

UNICEF and partners took on Guinea worm, a debilitating parasitic disease. Joining them in that fight: former President Jimmy ...

Use precise geolocation data. Actively scan device characteristics for identification. Store and/or access information on a ...

With the onset of summer, religious festivals, discourses, and spiritual camps are being held across the Kangra region, ...

Worm infections are more common than many people think, and they don’t only affect children. Adults can also get infected through contaminated food, water, or poor hygiene. Ignoring the symptoms can ...

Guinea worm disease, caused by the parasite *Dracunculus medinensis*, is transmitted mainly through the consumption of ...

(Mental Floss)-- When it comes to parasites, it's all about perspective. You may call a lifetime of growing and feeding off another organism lazy, but we call it opportunistic. In fact, these ...

Parasitic worm infections are treatable, but early detection and proper medical treatment are essential to prevent complications. Here we share signs you have parasitic worms and what you can do ...