illustration of single-cell parasites floating through the bloodstream alongside blood cells The parasite Toxoplasma gondii hides in up to half of humans, although it rarely causes symptoms. But when ...

An unassuming single-celled organism called Toxoplasma gondii is one of the most successful parasites on Earth, infecting an estimated 11 percent of Americans and perhaps half of all people worldwide.

Cattle producers are rethinking traditional parasite control methods, shifting toward more strategic treatments to prevent drug resistance, Kansas State University beef cattle experts say. “In the ...

When a parasite infects a host, it can manipulate host behavior, which may help spread the parasite to new hosts, or enable the parasite to complete its life cycle. Parasitic worms known as hairworms ...

A parasite known for its ability to influence the minds of its hosts also hijacks the immune system, a new study finds. In fact, the parasite uses cells that would normally help defeat it as transport ...

For many producers, deworming has become a routine part of herd management. Cattle are processed, products are administered ...

Dear Dr. Othieno, Thanks so much for your insightful articles on animal health. I am a farmer from Kajiado County. I have lately noticed that many flies disturb my animals, I am not sure I can do ...

Scientists know little about the elusive river otters living along the East Coast, but a new study inspired by one bizarre, smelly poop offers some much-needed insight. Reading time 3 minutes ...