Raccoon roundworm infections reported in Los Angeles County, health officials warn
A rare parasitic infection known as raccoon roundworm has been confirmed in Los Angeles. The infection, Baylisascaris ...
A Rare but Deadly Roundworm Spread by Raccoons Is Infecting People in LA
LA public health officials reported this week that two residents have been infected by Baylisascaris procyonis, also known as ...
Brain-infecting parasite found in two L.A. County residents: What to know about 'racoon roundworm'
Two people in Los Angeles County are sick with a rare parasitic infection known as 'raccoon roundworm,' according to ...
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To keep your pup safe from heartworm disease and its serious repercussions, review our researched list of the best heartworm ...
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Protect dog from intestinal parasites with monthly dewormer [Ask the Vet]
Research shows that as many as half of fecal samples from dogs that visit dog parks are contaminated with intestinal ...
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Raccoon roundworm: What to know about the parasite that infected 2 in California
and dogs rarely do so. In the release issued Tuesday, Los Angeles County Health Officer Dr. Muntu Davis said that simple precautions can be taken by humans to avoid getting raccoon roundworm.
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Parasitic infections linked to racoons found in Los Angeles County
Two human cases of a rare parasitic infection linked to raccoon feces were found in Los Angeles County, prompting public ...
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Brain-infecting parasite found in two L.A. County residents: What to know about ‘racoon roundworm’
which could contain roundworm eggs. The infection can’t be transported from person to person. Dogs and cats can also become infected if they come into contact with contaminated materials ...