Gastroenterologist Dr. Joseph Salhab warns that many "parasite cleanses" promoted online are ineffective, often consisting of ...

Seemingly innocent microorganisms may have harmful consequences: Ubiquitous waterborne protozoa appear capable of aiding the survival of several types of bacteria responsible for gut-wrenching food ...

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Pathology labs like ARUP see an increase in parasite cases during summertime. Hiking, swimming in pools, traveling and barbecuing are all common summer activities that can expose you to parasites.

Coral reefs are among the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth, yet surprisingly little is known about the ecological roles of parasites within these environments. As a result, our knowledge about how ...