Brain-infecting 'raccoon roundworm' parasite found in dog in San Fernando Valley

A dog in the San Fernando Valley was found to have Baylisascaris, or raccoon roundworm, eggs in its system during a routine ...
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New research uncovers concerning threat lurking in suburban backyards: 'Can have severe consequences'

"The results show ... an expansion." New research uncovers concerning threat lurking in suburban backyards: 'Can have severe ...
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Rare ‘raccoon roundworm’ brain-infecting parasite found in two LA residents

Two people in Los Angeles have been infected with a rare parasitic infection known as “racoon roundworm”, according to health officials. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health announced on ...
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Raccoon roundworm eggs detected in a dog in San Fernando Valley

Public health officials warned dog owners Friday to be on alert after a dog in the San Fernando Valley was found to have ...
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Raccoon roundworm: What to know about the parasite that infected 2 in California

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. (KTLA) — A rare parasitic infection that is ...

Does it even need to be said? No, you don’t need to do a ‘parasite cleanse’

Pricey deworming remedies are being touted as cure-alls. Supermodel Heidi Klum gave it a go – experts roll their eyes ...
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Raccoon roundworm: What to know about the parasite that infected 2 in California

(KTLA) — A rare parasitic infection that is linked to raccoons has been detected in two people in Southern California, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health announced. Baylisascaris ...