Chagas disease​ is already endemic to 21 countries in the Americas, and growing evidence of the parasite is challenging the ...

Here is what you need to know about the causes of Chagas disease, the symptoms, and how you can protect yourself.

The tropical illness can quietly attack your heart if left untreated. Here’s what a leading scientist says we can do to ...

The CDC has issued a warning about triatomines, a bloodsucking insect known as “kissing bugs” whose bites are often anything ...

The Centers for Disease Control reports that Chagas disease, which comes from the Deadly Kissing Bug, is noted as an emerging endemic in the U.S., and cases are most prevalent in Texas.

Lately, social media feeds have been crawling with testimonials about “parasite cleanses” and DIY worm detoxes. Many people may be unknowingly infected, influencers on TikTok and Instagram claim, and ...

Skin problems in pets are more than just an itch; they're a complex puzzle of allergies, infections, and parasites that often ...

A new malaria vaccine reduces transmission to mosquitoes in a phase 1 trial, offering a potential tool for future elimination ...

A new study has found that horses with higher parasitic loads also have worse coat conditions, thanks to a novel tool with far-reaching impacts developed by UConn researchers. This work was led by ...