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These Are the Oldest Known Parasites Humans Have Found

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6 Of the Earliest Known Parasites Ever Found

In our school science books, we’ve all learned that a parasite is an organism that lives in another organism, called the host, and can even harm it. But do you know that parasites have existed for hundreds of thousands of years?

Nature

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These Real Parasitic Critters Are the Stuff of Nightmares

There are plenty of scary and creepy animals in the world, from giant, hairy spiders to centipedes and saw-toothed anglerfish, but the creepiest of them all are often extremely tiny: parasites.

Health

Parasites That Could be Infecting You Right Now

The Enemy Within: 8 Common Human Parasites

Being infested with parasites is something that you associate with people from faraway places. However, parasites that infect humans are a lot more common than you think. To add to this, a lot of them have no symptoms either, so a person can go years without knowing they’re infected.

Health

Here's How to Get Rid of Intestinal Parasites Naturally

These 14 Foods Can Help Can Help Kill Intestinal Parasites

There's a good chance that you may have parasites. Despite what the majority of people believe, parasites come in many different shapes and sizes and exist in abundance beyond the borders of impoverished countries with poor health care.

Science and Technology

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How the Deadliest Parasite Became So Lethal

Would you believe the deadliest parasite in the world didn't even begin as a parasite? The incredible journey this now-lethal parasite has gone through paints a fascinating picture of the way our biological world works, from the micro to the macro of life on Earth.

Health

The Prevention and Cure of Intestinal Parasites

Here's How to Prevent and Treat Intestinal Parasites

Over 3 billion people around the world have or have had intestinal parasites at some point in their lives, according to the World Health Organization. Here’s all you need to know about them: What are intestinal parasites?

Health

Scientists Have Found Out How This Parasite Controls Us

This Parasite Knows How to Control Our Immune System...

Past research has concluded that when mice are infected by this parasite, they lose their instinctive fear of cat urine, and display signs of an impaired memory.

Health

Why Tick Populations are Growing Rapidly

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Alarming! Why the Tick Population Is Growing SO Fast

Ticks may be small and they look pretty weak, spreading their tiny arms desperately in an attempt to catch their prey, but they are among the most dangerous parasites, affecting not only humans, but also other, more helpless animals.

Tips, Life Hacks and DIY

Get Rid of Your Dog's Worms Using These 10 Home Remedies

The DE pierces the parasites' protective coating, which ultimately causes dehydration and death. DE can be used internally or externally to control a worm infestation: For dogs over 55 pounds, add 1 tablespoon of food-grade DE to their dog food and give it once a day.

Health

Warning! Make Sure Your Pets Aren't Making You Sick...

Parasites Your pets could be hosting a whole variety of parasites inside of their bodies, such as roundworms and hookworms, which they can then pass on to you.

Health

Which Bug Bites and Are Dangerous and Which Are Harmless?

Spiders are not parasitic nor especially territorial and do not bite unless provoked.

Health

Guide: What Should You Do if Bitten by a Tick?

Parasites are never a pleasant thing to discover on your body, but ticks are of special concern, as some strains carry and transmit Lyme disease, a harrowing medical condition which may result in long-term fatigue, joint pain, facial paralysis and severe headaches if left untreated.

Health

A Tapeworm in this Woman’s Brain is a Blessing in Disguise

The Doctors Thought She Had a Brain Tumor. They Were Wrong

Tapeworms are flat, segmented intestinal parasites often found in animals that eat or drink contaminated food or water. Humans can be infected by this parasite as well, typically after consuming under-cooked meat from an infected animal or living in poor hygienic conditions.

Nature

This Bizarre Animal Doesn’t Need Oxygen to Survive

Scientists Discover the FIRST Animal That Doesn’t Breathe

This alien-looking animal is a distant relative of jellyfish, and it belongs to a family of common parasitic animals in the myxozoa class that infect fish, but this bizarre little parasite is truly outstanding, as unlike all other animals on Earth, H.salminicola doesn’t require oxygen to sustain itself

Nature

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The Spider Who Invented The Wheel

The spider escapes parasitic wasps by flipping onto its side and cartwheeling down sand dunes at speeds of up to 44 turns per second. This acrobatic feat must be seen to believe it. They have very little defenses and will shift up to 80,000 (!) their own body weight in sand to borrow well and hide.

Health

Disease Lurking in Swimming Pools Can Ruin Your Vacation

Crypto (short for Cryptosporidium) is a microscopic parasite ruining Americans’ summer vacations since 2009. This bug thrives in warm water, so it’s often found in crowded pools and lakes.

Science and Technology

Study Claims: Link Found Between Cats and Alzheimer's

The answer might lie in a seemingly harmless parasite known as Toxoplasma gondii (T. gondii), often carried by cats and transmitted through their feces.

Health

Oregano Is a Wonderful Herb! It Offers So Many Benefits

Kills Intestinal Parasites Intestinal parasites are those unwanted inhabitants of the gastrointestinal system that can cause you discomfort and increase your risk of contracting various diseases. Dried oregano effectively kills off these parasites, especially in its oil form.

Tips, Life Hacks and DIY

Keep Your Dog's Fur Healthy with These 6 Wonderful Tips

Regularly Check for Parasites From time to time, you should look through your dog’s coat for parasites such as ticks and fleas. These parasites can affect your dog’s coat and overall health, and can lead to irritation, itching, and even hair loss.

Tips, Life Hacks and DIY

10 Surprising Uses for Honey Outside the Kitchen!

Use it to remove parasites. If after having come home from a vacation you've discovered that you have parasites, mix up a good blend of honey, water and vinegar - the perfect remedy to being parasite free. [related_articles] 4. Use it to clean cuts and scrapes.

Health

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A Malaria Vaccine Is On the Horizon

Malaria is an ancient parasitic disease that infects 200 million people every year. It is the leading cause of death in children under age 5. While malaria treatments are available, they are extremely scarce and hard on the body.

Health

MPORTANT: 7 Stomach Germs You Need to Avoid and How!

Toxoplasma According to the CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention), millions of people around the world carry the Toxoplasma gondii parasite. However, only a few of us suffer from any symptoms, due to a robust immune system.

Nature

10 Beneficial Insects Your Garden Needs Right Away

Fly Parasites Fly parasites do not bother adults, children or animals, they target flies and lay their eggs inside the pest. Once hatched, the fly parasite consumes the insect, making them a creepy, yet beneficial insect. It's diet is limited to flies.

Tips, Life Hacks and DIY

What Are the Effects of Drinking Contaminated Water?

If present, it indicates that disease-causing organisms, including bacteria, viruses, and parasites, could potentially be present in your water supply.