Articles related to "Schistosomiasis"



What is Schistosomiasis?
Schistosoma spp. are tiny worms that live in the blood and cause damage to organs and other tissues with their spiny eggs.
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The Spread of Schistosomes
Schistosoma spp., tiny worms that live in the blood of humans, spread to new places when infected people move, and increase locally due to water resource projects.
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Felucca Sailing on the Nile
Cruising down the Nile on a Felucca can be a wonderful way to experience the Nile, but travelers should know what to expect from this form of travel before setting out.
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What is Swimmer’s Itch?
Swimmer's itch, a danger of summer swimming, is caused by a blood parasite of birds that accidentally gets into people instead.
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Drinking Water While on Vacation
Water isn't always the pure and refreshing drink you might expect. Don't learn this the hard way next time you are traveling on vacation.
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The Future of Guantanamo
In light of President Obama's recent executive order that shut down the prison camp at Guantanamo, experts are suggesting that the base be turned into a medical facility.
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Digenetic parasites and their amazing life cycle
Digeneans are exceptional among parasites, in that they have astonishing life cycles involving several host species. Their young grow up in a different host than the adults.
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A Little Dirt may be Good for Your Immune System
Inactivity of the immune system's regulatory cell could explain the rise in incidence of both allergies and autoimmune diseases in the Western world.
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Acai – What is it and Where Does it Come From?
Acai is often labelled as a superfood with an impressive list of health benefits. Although many claims are unproven it does have a long history as a medicinal plant.
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Water Birds and Trematodes
Intestinal flukes-trematodes-have been killing thousands of bluebills, coots, and other water birds in the Great Lakes and Mississippi regions of North America for years.
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What Causes Deformed Frogs?
When people find frogs with too many legs, they often suspect pollution. In many cases, this type of frog deformity results from parasitic disease caused by a fluke.
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Review of The Dammed by Fred Pearce
Despite disastrous human, political and environmental consequences, developing countries are still intent on building large dams and complicated water projects.
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