What is babesiosis, a tick-borne illness?
You likely know that Lyme disease can be spread by ticks, but have you heard of babesiosis?
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Having more diverse gut bacteria can protect against diarrheal disease, study finds
The severity of a diarrheal disease could be down to the bacteria in your gut, according to new research from the University of East Anglia.
Nov 9, 2023
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UK Cryptosporidium cases on the rise, investigations ongoing
A recent rapid communication report by the United Kingdom Health Security Agency, UK, draws attention to the unprecedented and ongoing increase in cryptosporidiosis cases in the UK. Currently, cases are at more than double ...
Infections from a diarrhea-causing parasite are on the rise in the UK, but experts aren't quite sure why
Infections from a parasite which can cause long-lasting, severe diarrhea has seen an "unprecedented and ongoing" surge across the UK. This increase in infections has been ongoing since mid-August.
Nov 1, 2023
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Expert shares information about microorganisms in recreational waters that can impact health
As people flock to communal pools, water parks, beaches and lakes to find relief from the summer heat, some may be unaware of the microscopic hazards lurking in these waters. An expert with Baylor College of Medicine shares ...
Jun 29, 2023
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What to know about tick, Lyme season following a mild winter
After a mild winter in the U.S., will there be an uptick in ticks this year?
Apr 28, 2023
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Babesiosis and what you need to know about the 2023 tick season
Tick season is underway in much of the U.S. This season, another tick-borne disease is on the list of concerns. That's because the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has found a significant increase in reported cases ...
Mar 29, 2023
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This tick-borne disease is now endemic in 10 US states
Babesiosis, a tick-borne disease, is endemic in 10 U.S. states, according to a March report by the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The parasitic disease primarily occurs within the Northeast ...
Mar 22, 2023
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CDC report describes recent trends in prevalence of babesiosis
The prevalence of babesiosis is increasing in certain states, including Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont, which should now be considered to have endemic transmission, according to research published in the March 17 issue ...
Mar 17, 2023
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Taking a hike? Remember, it's deer tick season
If you're a hiker or just love the outdoors, fall is probably your favorite season. Temperatures are cooler but still warm enough, days are still long, and for the most part, bugs are less of a pest.
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