A tick protein that inhibits multiple immune signals could lead to better treatments for autoimmune diseases and inflammation ...

The trillions of microbes in the gastrointestinal tract, known as the gut microbiome, have a major impact on human health and disease. These microbes help us digest food and absorb nutrients; they can ...

There are more parasites than any other organism on Earth—which is one of the reasons Emmitt Jolly finds the common but misunderstood creatures so fascinating. “That is the most successful form of ...

Hepatozoon infections represent a widespread group of protozoan diseases caused by apicomplexan parasites that affect a diverse range of mammalian hosts, most notably canines and various wild species.

Dog poop isn’t just gross — it’s also potentially infectious. That’s why signs reminding pet owners to “curb your dog” and scoop their poop have been joined in some places by posted warnings that pet ...

When we think parasites, we often think of illness, disease, and discomfort. But did you know some of them can actually be ...