Parasitic infections are still present in many parts of the world, including developed countries, where they are disproportionally affecting impoverished people. In the US, the five major neglected parasitic infections include Chagas disease, cysticercosis, toxocariasis, toxoplasmosis, and trichomoniasis. They are called “neglected” due to their link to poor or neglected populations. These diseases can become chronic and disabling with severe consequences for health and life at a later point. Read the complete report here 5 Neglected Parasites by Ben Marandi April2021

Contact info: Ben Marandi Ph.D, LLM, BSD Group, bmarandi@bsdgroup.ca

Toxcara Cani. Picture Credit Ben Marandi.

Posted on 27 April 2021