Medical parasitology

Most of the following essays have appeared in the pages of the Quarterly Review, and I am greatly indebted to the editor and to the proprietor of that periodical for permission to reprint them. The article on 'The Infinite Torment of Flies' is an address I delivered before the British Association at Pretoria in 1905, and the eighth essay appeared in Science Progress.
As far as possible I have tried to avoid the use of long words, and thus escape the censure of recent critics in the Times; bu

Project Report from the year 2012 in the subject Biology - Parasitology, ( Atlantic International University ), language: English, abstract: BACKGROUND: Intestinal parasitic diseases are among the most common diseases globally and for this reason, it is very important to study its occurrence and its degree of risk in contamination. No previous record is available in the municipality of Porto Novo, hence the necessity of this study.
AIMS: To obtain the occurrence of common intestinal parasite

Harold Benjamin Fantham (1876–1937) was a distinguished parasitologist who made substantial contributions to the understanding of animal parasites that affect humans. Educated at the University of Manchester and obtaining his D.Sc. from the University of London, Fantham became a prominent figure in the study of tropical medicine and parasitology. His work was particularly focused on the life cycles, pathology, and epidemiology of parasitic organisms. Notably, Fantham authored 'The Animal Parasit

The 'Animal Parasites of Man' presents an unparalleled foray into the intricate relationship between humans and the parasitic organisms that inhabit our world, offering readers a kaleidoscopic view of the biological interplay that has fascinated scientists for centuries. This anthology showcases a wide array of literary styles, from rigorous scientific documentation to captivating narrative exposition, all centered around the theme of parasitology. Within its pages, standout pieces illuminate th

About the true role and place of parasites in nature, about the parasite as the driving force of evolution. About their influence on the immune system and on the sexual behavior of animals, and perhaps on the need for gender division in general. Symbiosis between parasite and host. About the work and discoveries of scientists, about how to learn to live in the world of parasites, why it is not always necessary to fight them and how a parasite can save our planet.

Zoonosen richtig erkennen – sicher diagnostizieren – erfolgreich behandeln!

Heute sind über 200 Krankheiten bekannt, die bei Mensch und Tier vorkommen und wechselseitig übertragen werden. Das Referenzwerk beschreibt alle europäischen und die meisten weltweit auftretenden Zoonosen. Auch opportunistische und sporadische Infektionen, eingeschleppte Zoonosen und ungewöhnliche Erreger werden praxisnah beschrieben. Zoonosen verursacht durch:
• Viren, Bakterien, Pilze und Parasiten
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Ein Roman aus Sicht eines Parasiten, der im Laufe seiner Existenz so einiges mitgemacht hat - mit viel Menschenkenntnis und Humor Toxoplasma gondii (ToGo) ist ein Parasit, der sich im Nervensystem seiner menschlichen und tierischen Wirte einnistet und sie von dort aus manipuliert. Seine letzten Lebensjahre haben ihn rund um den Globus geführt und alle Laster dieser Welt erleben lassen. ToGo sucht dabei immer den emotionalen Kick, kostet das Leben in all seinen Facetten aus und will vor allem rec