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Editorial: Helminth biodiversity
Frontiers in Veterinary Science, 2023 The aim of this Research Topic is to broaden and deepen the knowledge about helminths in wildlife or domestic hosts around the world focusing on the contribution to the taxonomic groups, ecology, phylogenetic, and biology. Thus, a multidisciplinary approach is given and can be used as a guide for scientific information.
Simões, Raquel de O. +1 more
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Gut, 2004 Mounting evidence suggests that helminths help regulate mucosal inflammation The frequency of Crohn’s disease (CD) has increased substantially over the last 50 years. It is most prevalent in highly industrialised temperate regions. CD and ulcerative colitis (UC) are rare in less developed countries.
Joel V. Weinstock +2 more
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Parasite Immunology, 2009 SummaryIt has been estimated that chronic infections with viruses, bacteria and parasites contribute to 17·8% of the global burden of cancer, although only a relatively small proportion of the infection‐related cancers can be attributed to helminth infections.
Vennervald, B. J., Polman, K.
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Maternal &Child Nutrition, EarlyView., 2023 Abstract School system is a promising platform for addressing all forms of malnutrition in adolescents. However, little is known about the impact of integrated school health and nutrition programmes on adolescent nutrition and educational outcomes in low‐ and middle‐income countries (LMICs).
Sachin Shinde +3 more
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Helminthic infections of the liver [PDF]
Current Infectious Disease Reports, 2004 Human helminthic infestation is exceedingly common on a global scale, with as many as 1.5 to 2 billion people affected worldwide. Helminths (parasitic worms) that infect the liver and hepatobiliary system include nematodes (roundworms), cestodes (tapeworms), and trematodes (flatworms or flukes).
Thomas A. Capozza, Paul J. Pockros
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Burden and determinants of anaemia among in‐school young adolescents in Ethiopia, Sudan and Tanzania
Maternal &Child Nutrition, EarlyView., 2023 ‐ We found a substantial burden of anaemia among urban in‐school young adolescents in Ethiopia, Sudan and Tanzania. ‐ The prevalence and adjusted risk of anaemia were higher among boys compared with girls. ‐ Anaemia risk among young adolescents was associated with multiple modifiable indices, including poor diet quality, food insecurity and ...
Uttara Partap +11 more
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Helminths and Immunological Tolerance [PDF]
Transplantation, 2014 Current immunosuppression regimens for solid-organ transplantation have shown disappointing efficacy in the prevention of chronic allograft rejection and carry unacceptable risks including toxicity, neoplasia, and life-threatening infection. Achievement of immunological tolerance (long-term antigen unresponsiveness in an immunocompetent host) presents ...
Johnston, Chris J.C. +4 more
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Pregnancy and helminth infections [PDF]
Parasite Immunology, 2014 SummaryIt has been proposed that helminth infection may be particularly detrimental during pregnancy, through adverse effects on maternal anaemia and on birth outcomes, and that anthelminthic treatment during pregnancy will therefore be particularly beneficial. However, the few treatment trials that have been conducted have given, but little support to
Robert Tweyongyere +2 more
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Advancing Food Safety in Bangladesh: Challenges and the Promise of Smart Sensor Technology
Food Safety and Health, EarlyView.This study critically analyzes prevalent food safety hazards in Bangladesh and identifies key challenges in food safety practices and regulations. It discusses factors influencing food safety and explores strategies to enhance public health. Additionally, advancements in smart sensor‐based detection methods for food hazards are highlighted to offer ...
Md Wadud Ahmed, Mohammed Kamruzzaman
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Journal of Clinical Laboratory Analysis, EarlyView.Two hundred fifty‐three adults were enrolled in a cross‐sectional study conducted in Northern Sudan. The RVs of hemoglobin 9.71–16.10 g/dL, red blood cells (RBC) 3.66–5.79 × 106/mm3, hematocrit (HCT) 28.02%–46.75%, mean corpuscular volume (MCV) 64.02–95.65 fL, mean corpuscular hemoglobin (MCH) 21.57–33.80 pg, mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration ...
Mohamed F. Lutfi +2 more
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