Most Common Human Parasites

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Human case of flesh-eating screwworm

First human case of flesh-eating screwworm parasite detected in the U.S., HHS confirms

The parasite — the larvae of the new world screwworm fly — can devastate cattle herds and is rife in parts of Central America.

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Human Case Of Flesh-Eating Parasite Has Been Identified In The U.S. — Here's What To Know

Experts break down how concerned you should be about human cases of infestations — which the CDC describes as "very painful."

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Rare human screwworm case confirmed in Maryland

A recent New World screwworm outbreak in Central America has raised concerns that it could spread to the United States and devastate the cattle industry. But state and federal hea

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You Might Be Hosting a Parasite Right Now. Here's How to Tell

You can take certain steps to lower your chances of becoming an unwitting host to one of these nasties. Practicing basic ...

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10 Most Terrifying Parasites That Can Infect Humans - MSN

There are parasites all over the world that can infect humans. Some of them are easy to avoid, but others are more common than you might think.

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Do you need to cleanse your body of parasites? A doctor explains the social media fad

You may have heard an influencer say you’re infected with worms or parasites and then been promised a “cleanse cure.” Our ...

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A common parasite can decapitate human sperm − with implications for ...

Accumulating evidence suggests that a common single-celled parasite called Toxoplasma gondii may also be a contributor: An April 2025 study showed for the first time that “human sperm lose their ...

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