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Parasite Epidemiology and Control
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ISSN 2405-6731 · Elsevier · 517 articles in the index
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Residual antimalarial drug concentrations before treatment in malaria patients in Asia and Africa: A systematic review and meta-analysis depicting its implication for drug pressure
Background: Resistance to antimalarial drugs has been a major hindrance towards malaria control and elimination. Extensive drug use may increase pressure on parasites, thereby promoting the emergence and spread of resistance, particularly when drug levels are below minimum inhibitory…
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Molecular identification of potentially pathogenic free-living amoebae in environmental samples from urban areas of Kerman, Southeastern Iran
Free-living amoebae (FLA) are widely distributed protozoans in various habitats. Some genera of these amoebae have the potential to be pathogenic to humans. The aim of this study was to identify the distribution of different FLA species in various environmental sources in Kerman, southeastern Iran…
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Molecular identification of Borrelia and Rickettsia in hard ticks infesting domestic and wild animals in Cameroon
Ticks are blood-sucking arthropods which can vector various, pathogenic microorganisms between humans and domestic or wild animal hosts. In Cameroon, little is still known about the diversity of ticks and tick-borne pathogens found feeding on these various hosts. This study investigates the…
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Green synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles using Pulicaria undulata extract: Evaluation of antibacterial and larvicidal efficacy against Aedes aegypti
The present study reports the green synthesis and characterization of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) using Pulicaria undulata extract and evaluates their larvicidal and antibacterial potential. UV–Visible spectroscopy confirmed ZnO NP formation by a sharp peak at 294 nm, indicating surface…
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Prevalence and risk factors of soil-transmitted helminth infections in Northwestern Bangladesh: A cross-sectional study on Bengali and Santal women
Soil-transmitted helminth (STH) infections remain a major public health challenge in low-resource settings. This cross-sectional study examined the prevalence and risk factors of STH infections among reproductive-aged women (15–49 years) from the Bengali and Santal communities in Northwestern…
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Prevalence, risk factors, and rifampicin resistance pattern of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in Sekota town, Northwest Ethiopia
Background: Tuberculosis (TB) is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality globally, particularly in developing countries. However, in some parts of Ethiopia there is limited information on the prevalence, associated risk factors and the level of drug resistant TB. Therefore, this study aimed…
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Plants with promising antileishmanial activity in Colombia: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Introduction: Leishmaniasis remains a global public health challenge. The exceptional biodiversity of Colombia includes numerous plants that constitute a promising resource for the development of new antileishmanial therapies. Aim of the study: To systematically assess the in vitro antileishmanial…
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Epidemiology of Schistosoma haematobium infection and microhaematuria among schoolchildren in a setting of sustained mass drug administration in Banfora, Burkina Faso
Background: Limited evidence exists regarding the current epidemiology of Schistosoma (S.) haematobium infection following decades of mass drug administration implementation in many areas of Burkina Faso, including the Cascades region, which is predominantly a riverine community with a high risk of…
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Clinical and epidemiological characteristics of patients hospitalized for toxocariasis in Japan: A nationwide analysis using the diagnosis procedure combination database
Toxocariasis is a zoonotic helminth infection caused by Toxocara canis or Toxocara cati . While it has traditionally been regarded as a pediatric soil-transmitted disease, recent reports from Japan suggest that an increasing number of adult-onset cases are potentially associated with foodborne…
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A review on toxoplasma gondii research in Armenia: Gaps and opportunities
Toxoplasma gondii is a zoonotic parasite that can infect humans and animals, through various transmission routes, causing toxoplasmosis. The infection can pose severe complications in immunocompromised individuals and pregnant women, as well as may lead to ocular and neurological disorders in some…
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A dual-method assessment of West Nile and Chikungunya viruses in blood donations from Fars province, southwestern Iran
West Nile virus (WNV) and Chikungunya virus (CHIKV) are emerging arboviral threats with potential implications for blood transfusion safety. This study investigated the prevalence of active viremia and past exposure to these viruses among blood donors in Fars province, southwestern Iran. Between…
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Detection of Japanese encephalitis virus in Culex tritaeniorhynchus following the 2024 Noto Peninsula earthquake, Japan
Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) is a mosquito-borne zoonotic flavivirus transmitted primarily by Culex (Cx.) tritaeniorhynchus and the risk of JEV transmission is influenced by environmental and ecological conditions. Large-scale natural disasters can substantially alter local environments and…
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Spatial and seasonal dynamics of Simulium damnosum s.l. and entomological indicators of onchocercosis in the provinces of Huambo and Cuanza-Sul in Angola
Background: Onchocerciasis remains a public health problem in Angola. Despite the implementation of onchocerciasis control programs based on mass treatment with ivermectin, current entomological data remain limited, making it difficult to accurately assess the potential risk of transmission. Our…
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Co-infection with Schistosoma mansoni and Helicobacter pylori: epidemiological patterns and implications for integrated control
Co-infections with Schistosoma mansoni and Helicobacter pylori are frequently reported in low-resource endemic settings; however, their combined systemic and hematological effects in true co-endemic populations remain incompletely characterized. While S. mansoni transmission is primarily driven by…
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Knowledge, attitude and practice of farmers towards ticks and tick borne diseases in selected districts of west Gojam, Ethiopia: Implications for control and prevention
Background: Ticks and tick-borne diseases (TBDs) pose a serious threat to livestock productivity in Ethiopia, which leads to considerable economic losses. Smallholder farmer's knowledge, attitudes, and practices play a major role for effective management. Objectives: This study aimed to assess the…
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Prevalence and genetic characterization of Toxoplasma gondii in retail meats from fresh Markets in Songkhla Province, Thailand
Toxoplasma gondii is a significant foodborne protozoon responsible for human toxoplasmosis, typically transmitted via undercooked meat, contaminated water, or contact with oocysts in cat feces. This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence and genetic diversity of T. gondii in retail meats within…
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Prevalence and molecular detection of Theileria in ixodid ticks in central and southern Shanxi, China
Background: Theileria, an obligate intracellular parasitic protozoan transmitted primarily by ixodid ticks, poses a significant threat to animal health and livestock productivity. This study conducted a comprehensive investigation into the prevalence and genetic diversity of Theileria species in…
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Genetic uniformity and occurrence of Bartonella bovis in European cattle: Indications of exophagic transmission
Bartonella bovis is an intracellular bacterium infecting cattle, with competent vectors yet to be determined. We compared B. bovis prevalence between pasture-raised and indoor-housed cattle to assess potential vector candidates. A total of 548 blood samples from Czech cattle and 48 samples from…