A new playbook for cancer prevention in Africa begins with everyday infections
Wits scientists have identified a "microbial watchlist" of bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites that could cause cancer.
Jan 19, 2026
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Eukaryota: News and Research on Trematoda
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Hybrid schistosome parasites lead to calls for new diagnostic methods
Researchers from the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) and Malawi have uncovered new evidence of zoonotic hybrid schistosome species infecting humans, raising concerns about schistosomiasis diagnosis and prevalence.
May 7, 2025
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Immune system proteins involved in severe parasitic disease identified
New insights into the mechanisms that cause more severe cases of schistosomiasis—a disease caused by parasitic worms and second only to malaria in terms of potential harm—have been revealed by researchers at Penn State.
Apr 16, 2025
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Sensory immunity study reveals how parasitic worms have found a way to evade the mammalian urge to scratch an itch
Ever had an itchy nose or, worse, an unreachable spot on your back that drives you mad? Now imagine an itch that refuses to go away, no matter how hard or long you scratch. That persistent itch, or pruritus, may actually ...
Oct 15, 2024
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Human and bovine schistosomiasis interactions threaten WHO 2030 control targets
Effective control of bovine schistosomiasis will be required to meet disease elimination targets in humans, new research shows.
Jun 27, 2024
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New compound offers hope for deadly tropical disease
A newly developed compound is showing promise in animal studies as a more effective treatment for human schistosomiasis, an understudied tropical disease caused by parasitic worms. The spread of schistosomiasis, a disease ...
Mar 25, 2024
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Automated medical imaging framework revolutionizes schistosomiasis diagnosis
Schistosomiasis, a parasitic disease affecting millions worldwide, poses a significant public health and economic burden, particularly in impoverished regions. To combat this disease and achieve World Health Organization ...
Aug 7, 2023
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