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health5 days ago•16 min saved

Rare European Eye Worm Detected in U.S. Eyelid Case, First of Its Kind

A 74-year-old California man developed a firm eyelid nodule after an insect bite; an MRI suggested a chalazion, but surgical removal and genetic testing identified the culprit as a nematode, Dirofilaria repens, a parasite common in Europe/Asia and reportedly the first such human case documented in the United States. The worm likely arrived via local animal hosts and mosquito vectors; humans are incidental hosts. The patient recovered after removal, and researchers urge continued surveillance of D. repens in North America amid expanding mosquito populations.

via Gizmodo|

#case-report #dirofilaria-repens #eyelid

health11 days ago•16 min saved

NC Bear Jerky Outbreak Highlights Safe Wild-Game Cooking

North Carolina public-health officials traced a 2024 outbreak of Trichinella spiralis to undercooked jerky made from a wild bear, sickening three people (one of whom was hospitalized with severe symptoms) who all recovered after treatment. The case underscores the importance of cooking game meat to at least 165°F (74°C) and following safe handling to prevent cross-contamination, while researchers note potential shifts in Trichinella patterns among wildlife.

via Gizmodo|

#bears #foodborne-illnesses #health

health12 days ago•17 min saved

Tapeworm in the Brain Mistaken for Cancer, Case Reveals

A 60-year-old Spanish man with worsening headaches was initially diagnosed with brain metastases based on CT scans, but MRI and antibody tests later confirmed brain cysts from Taenia solium (neurocysticercosis). He improved with steroids and antiparasitic therapy, illustrating diagnostic challenges and that neurocysticercosis is a treatable cause of brain lesions even in nonendemic, high-income regions.

via Gizmodo|

#brain #cancer #health

us-news1 month ago•2 min saved

Florida Mom Sues Campbell's and Walmart Over Parasite-Infested SpaghettiOs

A Florida mother and the father of her child filed a federal lawsuit against Campbell Soup Co. and Walmart after she found what appeared to be worms in a can of SpaghettiOs she shared with her daughter, claiming parasitic infections and other injuries for both and seeking $75,000 in damages. The complaint alleges failures in safety inspections and manufacturing, while Walmart says it is reviewing the case and Campbell’s says it will vigorously defend the allegations. The suit follows a 2025 USDA/FDA health alert about potential extraneous material in some Campbell’s soups.

via NBC News|

#campbells-soup #food-safety #lawsuit

science2 months ago•2 min saved

Gabonese Elephants Likely Self-Medicate with Farm Crops

Researchers in Gabon found elephants with gut parasites more likely to feed on banana leaves and papaya stems during crop raids, suggesting these plants help heal parasites and that such knowledge could be passed within groups. The finding points to potential coexistence strategies by providing alternative plants and was published in Ecological Solutions and Evidence in 2025.

via DOGO News|

#crop-raiding #elephants #gabon

science3 months ago•6 min saved

March’s Science through Sharp Images: From Microcosms to Global Rivers

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.

via Nature|

#corona-discharge #expansion-microscopy #leatherback-turtle

health4 months ago•16 min saved

Nose-Nest Mystery: Woman Sneezes Out Sheep Bot Fly Maggots

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.

via Gizmodo|

#biology #health #infectious-diseases

food4 months ago•3 min saved

Swordfish: The Parasite Risk That Makes It a Chef-Red Flag

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.

via Tasting Table|

#chefs #food #parasites

animals4 months ago•17 min saved

Beaded necklace on a spider reveals a new parasite species

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.

via Earth.com|

#animals #araneothrombium-brasiliensis #brazil

entertainment5 months ago•322 min saved

Claire Foy reveals five-year parasite saga that reshaped her diet

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.

via CNN|

#caffeine #claire-foy #entertainment

science5 months ago•5 min saved

Dusty Salmon Cans Turn Into a Window on Marine Webs

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.

via ScienceAlert|

#anisakids #canned-salmon #ecology

history6 months ago•3 min saved

Harsh Realities of Roman Frontier Life Uncovered in New Study

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.

via ScienceAlert|

#archaeological-study #history #parasites

history6 months ago•3 min saved

Harsh Realities of Roman Frontier Life Uncovered

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.

via Yahoo|

#ancient-hygiene #history #parasites

health7 months ago•3 min saved

Doctor Warns: 5 Signs You Might Have Parasites

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.

via Times of India|

#diagnosis #digestive-issues #health

science8 months ago•3 min saved

Decades-Old Salmon Cans Reveal Unexpected Treasure

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.

via ScienceAlert|

#archival-research #ecosystem #marine-ecology