By Sharon AtienoOf the neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) affecting the African continent, Schistosomiasis, also known as Bilharzia, remains a significant public health challenge endemic in more than ...

Schistosomiasis is a chronic and debilitating tropical parasitic disease caused by schistosomes (Schistosoma spp.), transmitted by freshwater snails. It is a Neglected Tropical Disease (NTD) of both ...

By Sharon AtienoThough more than 200 million people worldwide are affected by schistosomiasis (bilharzia), Africa bears the biggest brunt reporting nine out of ten cases globally. As such, a ...

This evening and tonight, the rain look to become more widespread and persistent for a time before turning patchier and lighter again through the early hours. Monday Tomorrow morning will be ...

(WALB) - If you enjoy swimming in lakes, listen up! The Georgia Department of Natural Resources discovered several invasive nonnative snail species in Georgia carrying a parasite that could make ...

Snail Games said it will show up at the Game Developers Conference (GDC 2025), with a lineup of updates, first-look reveals, and new partnerships to highlight its growth strategy. The Los Angeles ...

Water-based interventions such as the installation of water recreation areas (WRAs) can reduce contact with infested water; studies have shown that WRAs significantly decreased the incidence of ...

Freshwater ecology is the study of all aspects of the ecology of terrestrial aquatic systems, including rivers, lakes and ponds. It includes the community ecology of these ecosystems, as well as ...

ATLANTA, Ga. - A type of infectious parasite has been spotted inside invasive snail species brought to Georgia, according to the Department of Natural Resources. DNR said a parasite known as rat ...

Today is expected to be dry with a mixture of bright spells and areas of cloud drifting in from the east. Gentle to moderate north-easterly winds. Tonight This evening and tonight, it will become ...

Eutrophication is a leading cause of impairment of many freshwater and coastal marine ecosystems in the world. Why should we worry about eutrophication and how is this problem managed ...

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