Tag: Parasitology
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Asexual Giardia lineage spreads across hosts: new insights
Overview: A new chapter in Giardia’s history An asexual lineage of Giardia, the microscopic parasite responsible for diarrhea worldwide, appears to be spreading across different animal hosts more than researchers previously recognized. A WEHI-led team in Australia has uncovered evidence that this particular Giardia lineage can infect a broader range of species, a finding with…
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New Malaria Drug Could Be a Life-Saver as Standard Treatments Show Weakness
New Hope in Malaria Treatment as Resistance Emerges Malaria, a disease that burdened humanity for centuries, is facing a troubling trend: the standard drugs that have kept transmission and mortality low are increasingly under pressure from drug-resistant parasites. Scientists are sounding the alarm and urgently seeking safer, more effective options that can keep pace with…
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Understanding Chikungunya: Insights from a Nice Parasitologist
Understanding Chikungunya and Its Impact The chikungunya virus has become a growing concern in recent years, particularly in regions like the Alpes-Maritimes in France. As a disease transmitted by the tiger mosquito, its impact has been felt since this vector’s arrival in the region in 2004. The question on everyone’s mind is: How will we…