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Epidemiology of parasitic protozoan infections in Soay sheep (Ovis aries L.) on St Kilda [PDF]

, 2006
The feral Soay sheep (Ovis aries L.) population on Hirta, St Kilda, is host to a diverse component parasite community, but previous parasitological studies of the population have only focussed on the metazoan species.
Craig, B. H., Kruuk, L. E. B., Pemberton, J. M., Pilkington, J. G.   +3 more
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Global distribution and contexts of interactions between humans and non‐human primates: A systematic review

People and Nature, Volume 8, Issue 3, Page 551-568, March 2026.
Abstract Understanding the frequency and socio‐ecological drivers of contacts between humans and non‐human primates (NHPs) is crucial for enhancing coexistence that favours NHP conservation, while limiting negative consequences such as aggressions and cross‐species disease transmission.
Cristina Caparrós‐Vallcorba, Filipe Vieira Santos de Abreu, Claudio Azat, Julio A. Benavides   +3 more
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Methods of testing for giardia in water : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree Master of Science in Microbiology at Massey University [PDF]

, 1995
Since the 1960's when the first waterborne outbreaks of Giardia were reported in America, it has been recognised as a disease causing organism. From these outbreaks the USA Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) developed a method for testing large ...
Hastie, Joanna Clare
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Impacts of rodents in piggeries in Australia – review and pilot impact study

Pest Management Science, Volume 82, Issue 3, Page 2177-2189, March 2026.
Rodent impacts in Australian piggeries are under‐researched, with limited data on economic losses and control costs. A review and pilot study found average losses of AUD$100 000 annually. Key concerns include disease, damage, and control expenses.
Peter R. Brown, Steve Henry
wiley   +1 more source

Evaluation of some intestinal mucosal epithelial barrier damage biomarkers in dogs with giardiasis

Macedonian Veterinary Review
Giardia intestinalis is a parasitic protozoan commonly seen in dogs and causes intestinal mucosal barrier damage. In this study, serum intestinal fatty acid binding protein (I-FABP), intestinal alkaline phosphatase (IAP), and intestinal trefoil factor-3 (
Murat Kaan Durgut, Mahmut Ok, Merve Ider, Amir Naseri, Yusuf Emre Ekici, Suleyman Serhat Iyigun, Nimet Ismailoglu, Rumeyhisa Ozlem Bicici   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

Cryptosporidium and giardia species in newly and previously habituated gorillas and nearby water sources in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda

The Pan African Medical Journal, 2019
INTRODUCTION: Cryptosporidium and Giardia are of great one health significance and major cause of protozoan diarrhea in humans and primates; they are found in the fecal matter of animals and humans and also in contaminated water and soil as well ...
Gizamba Jacob Mugoya, Celsus Sente, Samuel Nambile Cumber, Kabanda Taseera, Claude Ngwayu Nkfusai, Catherine Atuhaire   +5 more
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Superoxide reductase from Giardia intestinalis: structural characterization of the first sor from a eukaryotic organism shows an iron centre that is highly sensitive to photoreduction [PDF]

, 2015
Superoxide reductase (SOR), which is commonly found in prokaryotic organisms, affords protection from oxidative stress by reducing the superoxide anion to hydrogen peroxide.
Bandeiras, Tiago M., Carpentier, Philippe, Giuffre', Alessandro, Matias, Pedro M., Pinho, Filipa, Romão, Célia V., Sarti, Paolo, Sousa, Cristiana M., Testa, Fabrizio   +8 more
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Prevalence of Intestinal Parasitic Infections and Associated Factors Among Rural Ghanaian School Children: A Cross‐Sectional Study in Tokuroano, Krachi East Municipality

Public Health Challenges, Volume 5, Issue 1, March 2026.
Over 63% of schoolchildren in rural Ghana's Tokuroano area had intestinal parasitic infections, mainly Ascaris, Hookworm, and Giardia. Poor sanitation, unsafe water, and poor hygiene were key risks. Protective factors included home‐cooked meals and health education. Integrated deworming, sanitation, and education programs are urgently needed to address
Christopher Yaw Dumevi, Prince Wise Amekudi, Nana Aba Setorwu Eyeson, Hugette Naa Ayele Aryee, Joyce Junior Asiamah, Ezekiel Kofi Vicar, James‐Paul Kretchy, Simon Sovoe, Saviour Kweku Adjenti, Nicholas T. K. D. Dayie, George Boateng Kyei, Patience B. Tetteh‐Quarcoo, Irene Ayi, Patrick F. Ayeh‐Kumi   +13 more
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Public health risk of Giardia and Cryptosporidium posed by reintroduction of beavers into Scotland [PDF]

, 2015
Following publication of ‘Scottish Beaver Trial Independent Public Health Monitoring 2009-2014 Report and Recommendations’ (Mackie, 2014), two pieces of complementary work were undertaken in parallel to assess the potential contribution of reintroduced
Auty, Harriet, Boden, Lisa
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Declining Trends in Gastrointestinal Parasitic Infections Among Nepalese School Children: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis (2004–2022)

Public Health Challenges, Volume 5, Issue 1, March 2026.
This meta‐analysis of 25 studies (17,628 children) shows a substantial decline in gastrointestinal parasitic infections in Nepal from 43.4% to 24.2% between 2004 and 2022. Helminths (20.0%) remained more common than protozoa (9.9%), with slightly higher prevalence in urban (29.0%) than rural areas (27.9%). ABSTRACT Background Gastrointestinal parasitic
Jitendra Gautam, Niten Bharati, Shristi Bhandari, Darwin Niroula, Anisha K. C., Pitambar Dhakal, Kishor Pandey, Oskar Nowak, Rajendra Prasad Parajuli   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source