Parasitic worms are difficult to kill with current therapies, but their commensal bacteria might be their Achilles’ heel.

A new study has revealed the clearest-ever picture of the surface chemistry of worm species that provides groundbreaking insights into how animals interact with their environment and each other. These ...

Researchers have discovered the mechanism that helps regulate the immune system’s response to helminth infection.

BY MUTONO NYAMAIFor many Kenyan generation X and millennials, the mention of worms may evoke childhood memories of taking bitter-tasting deworming medication at home. But for millions of children ...

Researchers at the University of Liège (Belgium) have uncovered a previously unknown mechanism that regulates the immune ...

A four year-long research study has found that particles secreted by an intestinal worm may assist in treating inflammatory ...

Myth 7: You can't catch ringworm from your pet. Humans and their pets can share several diseases, including ringworm. Not only can you catch ringworm from your cat, dog, rabbit, or bird ...

Researchers at the (Belgium) have uncovered a previously unknown mechanism that regulates the immune response against parasites.

The European Medicines Agency’s positive opinion for ivermectin-albendazole for treating soil-transmitted helminth infections is exclusive for markets outside the EU.

Late former President Jimmy Carter had the goal of ending guinea worm disease for 38 years. Now, his goal is almost at the finish line.