Nature is filled with fascinating examples of symbiotic relationships, where different species rely on each other to thrive.

Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have developed a new genomic-based approach that could aid global efforts to eliminate lymphatic filariasis, a parasitic roundworm ...

Parasites are organisms that live on or within the skin, hair, tissue, blood, or intestines of a host. "In Greek, the word 'parasite' roughly translates to 'uninvited dinner guest,'" says Dr. Thomas ...

Scientists have uncovered how the parasite that causes malaria orchestrates their cell division -- which is key in enabling the parasite to transmit this deadly disease. They show how they have ...

A microscopic parasite causing an incurable disease that is fatal to fish has made its way to B.C. with the potential to wipe ...

A SEVEN-year-old boy complained of itchy raised lines on his foot – which turned out to be worms inside him. The child developed the symptoms after playing barefoot on the sand with friends.

Swimmer’s itch is caused by parasites that live in ponds, lakes, or oceans. The parasites burrow into your skin while you’re in the water. Later, you will see tiny red spots on the skin that your ...

A series of medical images spread on the social media platform X in August 2024, purportedly showing the body of a young Chinese woman "riddled with parasites after eating raw pork for 10 years." ...

The winners of a microscopic video competition have been announced, and among the remarkable entries is an incredible clip of a tiny tardigrade riding a roundworm. The Nikon Small World in Motion ...

Acne, psoriasis, chickenpox, and other conditions may cause skin lesions. Seek medical attention if you have a rash or an infection or your lesions resemble those caused by MRSA or cellulitis.