A growing corner of the internet is convinced its intestines are full of parasites — and that unproven, doctor-disdained ...

Artificial intelligence can spot parasitic worm eggs in human faecal samples – including those from parasite species missed when lab technologists use a microscope to study the same samples. The ...

Intestinal worms, often unnoticed, can cause significant health issues. Symptoms range from stomach pain and fatigue to severe complications like blockages. Recognizing signs in stool, understanding ...

Parasitic diseases, which are passed on to people via parasites found in contaminated food, water, soil or bugs that bite humans, can be relatively uncommon in some parts of the world. In other ...

Researchers have exposed roundworms (a well-established model organism in biological research) to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), a class of drugs used for treating depression and ...

Lately, social media feeds have been crawling with testimonials about "parasite cleanses" and DIY worm detoxes. Many people may be unknowingly infected, influencers on TikTok and Instagram claim, and ...

Can I get a “brain worm” from eating undercooked meat? There’s little I find more terrifying than the idea of something living and crawling around inside me. Based on the number of sci-fi movies ...

Intestinal worms are common parasites that live in the digestive system and can affect people of all ages. While many infections are mild and go unnoticed, some worms can cause discomfort, nutritional ...