All articles tagged with #parasites
Nature’s March image showcase highlights striking science visuals—from expansion microscopy of green algae and sleeping parasites to the first satellite-tracked leatherback turtle, a global river network mapped from 1.7 million observations, glowing coronae on tree tips, a chocolate slime mold, and AI-driven outdoor robots.
A 58-year-old woman in Greece developed a rare nasal infestation with sheep bot fly larvae (Oestrus ovis). Doctors removed 10 maggots and a pupa from her maxillary sinus after she sneezed, and she recovered with nasal decongestants. This is the first reported case of a pupated O. ovis found in a human, a biologically unusual event that questions whether such infections could adapt to humans; more data are needed for understanding.
Reddit threads and veteran chefs say swordfish is one of nine dishes restaurant workers avoid due to parasites like anisakis, sometimes visible during prep; while cooking to 145°F or freezing at -4°F for seven days kills the parasites, many diners and pros still skip it, a risk worsened by warming oceans.
Brazil’s Butantan Institute identified a brand-new mite larva, Araneothrombium brasiliensis, parasitizing a tiny spider in a museum specimen, the beaded attachment earning it a nickname and highlighting a rare spider–mite relationship that could be more widespread in the Neotropics.
Claire Foy told the Table Manners podcast that she had internal parasites for at least five years (likely contracted in Morocco), which spurred a diet overhaul and her quitting caffeine. She also limits gluten and sugar due to an autoimmune condition, though she occasionally indulges when dining out.
Researchers opened decades-old Alaska salmon cans (1979–2021) and found anisakid worms; the parasites’ increasing numbers in pink and chum salmon trace a healthy, functioning marine food web and ecosystem recovery, with humans kept safe by the canning process.
A study of ancient waste from Vindolanda near Hadrian's Wall reveals Roman soldiers suffered from chronic gut infections and parasites like worms and Giardia, highlighting the harsh sanitary conditions and health challenges faced on the Roman frontier.
A study of ancient waste from Vindolanda reveals Roman soldiers suffered from chronic gut infections caused by parasites like worms and Giardia, highlighting poor sanitation and health issues on the Roman frontier, which likely weakened their military effectiveness.
Parasites are more common than thought and can cause subtle symptoms like sugar cravings, night-time teeth grinding, itchy skin, bloating, and anemia. Diagnosis typically involves lab tests, and natural remedies may help, but professional medical advice is essential.
Scientists analyzed decades-old canned salmon containing parasites to study marine ecosystem health, finding that parasite levels in certain salmon species indicate ecosystem stability or recovery, demonstrating how preserved specimens can reveal ecological insights.
Scientists analyzed decades-old canned salmon to study marine parasites, revealing insights into ecosystem health and parasite life cycles, with implications for understanding marine food webs and ecosystem stability.
Veterinarians oppose raw food diets for pets because they can contain harmful viruses, bacteria, and parasites that pose health risks to both pets and humans, despite claims of being balanced and nutritious.
Kissing bugs, carriers of the deadly Chagas disease, have been found in 32 U.S. states, including Ohio, with eight confirmed human infections. The disease, often neglected, can cause severe heart and digestive issues if untreated, and health authorities are urging awareness and early detection.
Nathan, a Brooklyn resident, has been suffering from persistent rat mite bites after a sleepover with Anna, who was dealing with a rat mite infestation. The mites, which live off rats but can bite humans, are difficult to eradicate and can survive for months without a host. The story highlights issues of inequality, as Anna was able to move out of her infested apartment, while Nathan is living in fear, moving between hotels and taking medication. The article underscores the health risks and social implications of rat mite infestations in New York City.
Swimmer's itch, a skin rash caused by parasites from infected snails, has been reported in the Tri-Cities area along the Columbia River. It is not contagious and typically resolves on its own, but precautions such as avoiding marshy areas and showering after swimming are recommended.