Learn how modern parenting habits are contributing to the resurgence of ancient ailments like rickets and worm infections in ...

Scientists have discovered a parasite that can sneak into your skin without you feeling a thing. The worm, Schistosoma ...

A sneaky worm avoids detection by silencing nerves that would normally trigger pain or itching. The finding could inspire new painkillers and tools to protect against infection.

New research, published in The Journal of Immunology, discovered that a parasitic worm suppresses neurons in the skin to ...

New research, published in The Journal of Immunology, discovered that a parasitic worm suppresses neurons in the skin to ...

In a recent interview, the "Project Runway" star said she's starting a parasite cleanse, and recommended that everyone should ...

When it comes to danger in the natural world, size does not matter. Some of the most dangerous and deadly creatures are tiny, capable of delivering fatal blows despite having bodies smaller than a ...

Children are the future of any nation. But a large chunk of children suffer from worm infections, which impacts their health, education and overall well-being. To tackle this burning issue, National ...

In a recent interview, the "Project Runway" star said she's starting a parasite cleanse, and recommended that everyone should be doing them regularly. Here's what the science says.

After successfully eliminating sleeping sickness as a major health threat, Kenya is now working to get rid of other neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) that still affect many people, especially in poor ...

A study by Japanese and Sri Lankan researchers finds strong community interest in using treated wastewater for irrigation in Colombo’s underserved settlements, but lower acceptance of biosolids as ...