Five symptoms of parasite that can survive for weeks on surfaces

Parents are being urged to monitor their children closely as demand for threadworm treatment has surged by 73% compared to ...

Parents told entire family could need treatment in common parasite infection

Pharmacists can recommend treatments to rid your family of the parasite but children could still be vulnerable ...

Parents told to check for five signs of parasitic infection as treatment demand rises

Parents have been told to keep a keen eye on their children as demand for threadworm treatment is up 73% compared to this time last year, suggesting a spike in cases in February 2026. The common ...
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Widespread presence of threadworm suggests other forgotten diseases may be making a comeback

USC researchers have found evidence of threadworm (Strongyloides stercoralis) in South Carolina in two different studies. Their research, which was published in The American Journal of Tropical ...

Parents warned to check for five symptoms of parasite in children

The contagious parasite is common in children and they can become infected again even after treatment ...