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Parasitic worms bury themselves in the brains of moose and elk – a new test can help diagnose these animals to prevent disease spread

White-tailed deer host these brain worms, but they don’t actually get the disease, which makes it harder for biologists to monitor its prevalence.

New test to detect parasitic worms buried in the brain

New test to detect parasitic worms buried in the brain - Commonly known as the brain worm, Parelaphostrongylus tenuis infects ...

‘Kissing bug’ disease is here to stay in the US, experts say. Here’s why it’s spreading

Chagas disease, caused by kissing bugs, is now endemic in the U.S. Learn about symptoms, prevention and why experts urge ...