Scientific American

Ancient Romans Guarding Hadrian’s Wall Were Riddled with Worms and Parasites

Romans living in ancient Britain were plagued by intestinal parasites, all of which are spread by fecal contamination ...
Dallas Voice

Recognizing and treating intestinal parasite

Hello, Woof readers. I hope everyone is enjoying the warmer weather and getting excited for the summer that is around the corner. This month I will be discussing the infamous intestinal parasites that ...

Parasites plagued Roman soldiers at Hadrian’s Wall

It probably sucked to be a Roman soldier guarding Hadrian’s Wall circa the third century CE. W.H. Auden imagined the likely ...

Roman soldiers defending Hadrian's Wall were infected by parasites, study finds

A new analysis of sewer drains from the Roman fort of Vindolanda, close to Hadrian's Wall, has shown that the occupants were ...
The Purdue Exponent

Research reveals Roman soldiers were plagued by gut parasites

An analysis of sewer drains from a Roman fort has shown that the occupants were contaminated with three types of intestinal ...
Indiatimes

Spotting worms in your poop: How to identify the types, causes, and symptoms

Intestinal worms, often unnoticed, can cause significant health issues. Symptoms range from stomach pain and fatigue to severe complications like blockages. Recognizing signs in stool, understanding ...
WCVB Channel 5 Boston

Do you need to cleanse your body of parasites? A doctor explains the social media fad

Lately, social media feeds have been crawling with testimonials about "parasite cleanses" and DIY worm detoxes. Many people may be unknowingly infected, influencers on TikTok and Instagram claim, and ...
Salon

Does your body need a parasite purge? Probably not

In 2008, Kurt started to experience things that hadn't bothered him before: dry skin, fatigue, irregular bowel movements and a white coating that formed over his tongue. For years, he saw both ...