Parasites
Coverage of Parasites in the Nexus archive.
- Maple Plain water may be contaminated: boil it before you use it, city says
Maple Plain residents are under a boil water advisory due to potential contamination from a pressure loss caused by a communication failure between the water tower and treatment plant. The city advises boiling water for at least one minute before use for drinking, cooking, and hygiene to kill bacteria, viruses, and parasites that could cause nausea and diarrhea.
- Watch sharks use manta rays to scratch unreachable itches
Galapagos sharks have been observed using manta rays to remove parasites by scrubbing against them. This behavior highlights an unusual symbiotic interaction between the two species.
- Mass Sloth Deaths in Florida Show Why the Wildlife Trade Is a Pandemic Risk
Necropsy reports from sloths imported by a planned Orlando tourist attraction in Florida revealed animals stressed and infected with bacteria, parasites, and viruses. Scientists warn that the wildlife trade poses a risk to human health, as shown by the mass sloth deaths.
- Woman finds moving worms and parasites in SpaghettiOs, lawsuit says
A woman discovered moving worms and parasites in a can of Campbell Soup Co. SpaghettiOs and has filed a lawsuit against the company.
- From leaky gut to IBS and even PARASITES: The DIY health checks that can end the agony of painful bowel conditions
The article discusses DIY health checks for painful bowel conditions such as leaky gut, IBS, and parasites. These checks can help end the agony of these conditions. The article highlights the importance of self-checks for overall health.