Cats aren’t the villains here, far from it. But understanding and mitigating the risks of Toxoplasma gondii is part of being a responsible pet parent.

Scientists have discovered a newly identified marine fungus that can infect and kill toxic algae responsible for harmful ...

Hawaii, the U.S. epicenter for the disease, offers a preview of what may come next.

It infects nearly one-third of the global population, yet its microscopic size makes the parasite difficult for scientists to study. That parasite is Toxoplasma gondii, a widespread organism that ...

By Joey Garcia, University Communications and MarketingIt infects nearly one-third of the global population, yet its microscopic size makes ...

If you live in a warm climate, you’ve likely had at least one unfortunate interaction with fire ants. These tiny red ants are aggressive and fast, which means they can quickly climb onto your body, ...

For many dogs, there's nothing better than splashing in a lake, pond, or river. However, in certain regions of the United States, freshwater fun can carry a little-known risk—a parasitic flatworm ...

The declassified document has been circulating on X, even though it has been public on the CIA's website for over 10 years.

For visitors to Point Reyes National Seashore in California, seeing a rare tule elk is one of the highlights of any visit. Endemic to California, there are fewer than 6,000 of these majestic elk ...

Leadership in Kashechewan, a Cree community in northern Ontario is calling for the resignation of ISC Minister Mandy ...

A declassified 1951 CIA report linking parasites and cancer cells has resurfaced online, sparking debate about early tumour research and modern scientific evidence.

A new wave of invasive millipede pests are crawling out of the soil and into homes on Wellington's south coast, but there's a ...