An international team of scientists has provided an unprecedented look into the unique crystals formed by the malaria ...

FOUR people in the US have tested positive for a new, highly contagious fungal ringworm that spreads via sex. The infection known as trichophyton mentagrophytes type VII (TMVII) is also on the ...

A parasitic disease endemic to Eastern Visayas continues to affect residents of the region. In a report released on Oct. 24, the Department of Health in Eastern Visayas ...

Parasite biology is the study of all biological aspects of parasites and parasitic diseases, including the structure, growth, development, genetics, ecology and evolution of these organisms ...

The rash that arises is an allergic reaction your skin is having the faeces of the mites and while not a serious condition, scabies can be very itchy and irritating. If not properly treated, it can ...

Experts reveal why ‘Victorian diseases’ are on the rise as a warning is issued over ‘unusually high’ rate of the parasitic ...

Outbreaks of contagious diseases such as scabies often occur in group living facilities, such as residential care homes and ...

Prof. Leslie Leiserowitz first became intrigued by malaria when he was a young boy in South Africa. His father, who scouted ...

Irish holidaymakers who like the sandy beaches of Spain should be aware of the potential risk from tick bites after a Kerry ...

BRITS have been urged to be vigilant about the signs of a Victorian disease that triggers nightmarish attacks of itching.

A doctor has urged people to not ignore the first signs of a scabies rash and to contact their GP immediately. It comes after a spike in cases in the UK. The Association of Independent Multiple ...