A cat parasite that can infect humans is called toxoplasma and it's a parasite that can live in all cat species. The parasite can spread to almost all other birds and mammals, not just humans, on ...

Allergies, infections, and parasites are the top causes of skin issues in pets. Atopic dermatitis (environmental allergy) is a common, often lifelong condition in dogs and cats. Secondary bacterial ...

Editor’s note: Dr. Lee Pickett has retired, but Creators continues to distribute columns from her archive. This one is from 2021. Q: Can cats that stay indoors get parasites? My veterinarian ...

Toxoplasmosis is a parasitic infection which affects roughly 1 in 3 humans: around 2.4 billion people. In its acute version, it can be lethal. But, for most people, it is latent and lacks clinical ...

Male fertility is on a decline worldwide—and cat poop might have something to do with it. New research suggests that Toxoplasma gondii, a common parasite spread primarily through infected cat feces, ...

KUTV — Studies continue to show that owning a cat can do more than warm your heart—it can also improve your overall health. From lowering stress levels to reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke, ...

The human flea is actually rare in Central Europe. However, in Berlin, the parasites are currently spreading—likely due to foxes. PETBOOK editor and biologist Saskia Schneider explains how fleas ...

Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Russell has ...

Nov 21 (Reuters) - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized emergency use of Elanco Animal Health's (ELAN.N), opens new tab chewable tablet to treat the infestation of a parasite in ...