Research Keyword: parasitic infection

Potential of Wormwood and Oak Bark-Based Supplement in Health Improvement of Nosema ceranae-Infected Honey Bees

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This study tested a natural dietary supplement made from wormwood and oak bark on honey bees infected with Nosema ceranae, a parasite that weakens bee colonies. The supplement significantly improved bee survival and reduced parasite levels, regardless of when it was given. It also reduced harmful oxidative stress caused by the infection. While it didn’t boost immune genes as strongly as some other treatments, its plant-based nature and consistent effectiveness make it a promising tool for beekeepers.

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Molecular evidence of Enterocytozoon bieneusi in arid urban landscapes of shiraz cockroaches (Blattodea), Southwest Iran: Implications for urban public health surveillance

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Researchers in Shiraz, Iran found that cockroaches can carry Enterocytozoon bieneusi, a dangerous fungal parasite that causes severe diarrhea in people with weak immune systems. The study collected and tested 378 cockroaches from hospitals and public areas, discovering three positive cases. While the arid climate of Shiraz appears to limit how well these pathogens survive compared to tropical regions, the presence of parasites in hospital cockroaches poses real health risks, especially for vulnerable patients. Better pest control and sanitation in hospitals are essential to prevent spread.

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Rapid onsite evaluation in cytomorphology of Hydatidosis: A useful adjunct to diagnosis

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A 45-year-old woman was found to have a cyst in her liver caused by a parasitic tapeworm infection (hydatidosis). Doctors used quick examination techniques on fluid from the cyst, including special stains, to confirm the diagnosis before surgery. This rapid diagnosis was important to prevent serious complications. The case shows how simple, cost-effective examination methods can effectively diagnose parasitic infections.

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Synergistic Effects of Cold Atmospheric Multiple Plasma Jet and Amphotericin B on Leishmania major: An In-Vitro Study

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Researchers tested a new cold plasma technology combined with an existing anti-parasite drug (amphotericin B) against Leishmania parasites that cause skin infections. The cold plasma, which contains reactive chemicals, killed the parasites by triggering their programmed cell death (apoptosis) while causing minimal harm to human immune cells. When combined with the medication, the treatment was even more effective, potentially allowing lower drug doses with fewer side effects.

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Nosocomial Diarrhea Distribution by Cryptosporidium in Isfahan

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Researchers tested 217 patients who developed diarrhea in a hospital in Isfahan, Iran to see if a parasite called Cryptosporidium was responsible. Using advanced DNA testing, they found the parasite in only 2 out of 217 patients (less than 1%). This suggests that while this parasite can spread in hospitals, it is not a major cause of diarrhea in this particular hospital, which likely has good hygiene practices.

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