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FlockCheck reduces high lamb fatalities - 25 Mar 2008
ic Wales,The two main causes of abortion (EAE and toxoplasmosis) diagnosed in 2006 accounted for over 67% of all cases. The third biggest cause, campylobacter,
Drug to combat toxoplasmosis - Mar 6, 2008
Times of India,NEW YORK: A new anti-malaria drug, on the verge of clinical trials, promises succour for the estimated two billion people who suffer from toxoplasmosis,
Newly Developed Anti-malarial Medicine Treats Toxoplasmosis - Mar 5, 2008
Science Daily (press release)The drug inhibits the action of an enzyme, dihydrofolate reductase (DHFR), produced by the family of parasites that includes those that cause toxoplasmosis
Toxoplasmosis in cats can pose risks to unborn children - Feb 24, 2008
Burlington Times News,So in honor of the event I thought I would review a veterinary topic close to the heart of many pregnant cat owners and their partners — Toxoplasmosis and
Risk factors for retinochoroiditis with congenital toxoplasmosis ... - Feb 27, 2008
Medicexchange,Although retinochoroiditis is the primary complication of congenital toxoplasmosis, few studies have looked at its risk factors, according to the report in
Toxoplasmosis danger highlighted - Feb 27, 2008
Irish Health,The public is being warned about the dangers of the potentially serious infection, toxoplasmosis, which is usually spread via cat faeces.
Warning for expectant mums - Mar 20, 2008
Northern Times,Infections such as chlamydiosis, toxoplasmosis and listeriosis can cause abortion in ewes and these can be passed on to women who are pregnant," said Ken
Spring Vaccinations Help Prevent Animal Disease - Mar 7, 2008
Michigan Farmer,Some parasites, such as those causing Toxoplasmosis in cats, are found in nearly all warm-blooded animals, including humans. Toxoplasmosis in pregnant women
Sheep: Managing ewes that abort - Feb 26, 2008
Irish Independent,And then there are diseases such as toxoplasmosis, enzootic abortion, tick-borne fever, salmonella and Campylobacter to name but a few.
Pennsylvania improves job it's doing on restaurant inspections - Mar 24, 2008
Allentown Morning Call,...poisoning) or toxoplasmosis (a parasitic disease). Compare those 5000 deaths to other threats that often seem to create far more publicity and concern.
Your First Appointment-pregnancy - Feb 27, 2008
American Chronicle,In some cases, blood tests may also be done to check for varicella (chicken pox) and toxoplasmosis. Past infection with toxoplasmosis is a good thing
Health steps to take before you get pregnant - Feb 26, 2008
Gather.com,Cats can carry toxoplasmosis, which can harm developing fetuses. Toxoplasmosis can also be found in dirt. If you are gardening or working in dirt,
Barton: Are cat colonies a legal and ethical part of nature? - Mar 23, 2008
Record-Searchlight (subscription),Feral cats also are known to carry and spread many diseases, including toxoplasmosis. This disease is fatal to several species of wildlife and can cause
Bird Flu Not the Only Animal Disease Threat - Mar 21, 2008
Consumer AffairsCats can carry a parasite that causes the disease toxoplasmosis. You can get it from cat feces. Wearing gloves while gardening or changing a cat’s litter
Limit food supply to reduce pigeon numbers - Mar 20, 2008
SunHerald.com,These include aspergillosis, cryptococcosis, parrot fever, salmonella, toxoplasmosis and, listerosis. Although the risk of infection is relatively low,
Girl examined for retinal changes in her right eye - Mar 19, 2008
OSN SuperSite (subscription),...etiologies of peripapillary subretinal neovascular membranes are Toxocara canis, rubella retinopathy, toxoplasmosis and ocular histoplasmosis syndrome.
Nanoparticles Kills Germs, Not Cells - Mar 18, 2008
Nanotechnology and Development News,Researcher Dakrong Pissuwan said: “We coated gold nanoparticles with an antibody specific to the Toxoplasmosis gondii organism in the tachyzoite phase,
Farm health planning: All you need to know - Mar 17, 2008
FarmersWeekly,..."But there was also a toxoplasmosis issue which was resulting in both abortions and weak lambs being born. A vaccination policy was implemented,
Hutchinson battles growing pigeon problem - Mar 15, 2008
Lawrence Journal World,Pigeons are also known to carry or transmit pigeon ornithosis, encephalitis, Newcastle disease, cryptococcosis, toxoplasmosis, salmonella food poisoning and
Out and about - Mar 13, 2008
Ontario Argus Observer,His other works of fiction include Oysters, published in Northwest Review; Jaws of Life, published by Cutbank Literary Magazine; and Toxoplasmosis,
A discovery that could make malaria easier to treat - Mar 7, 2008
Radio Prague,These parasites cause serious human diseases, such as malaria and toxoplasmosis.� In what way can your discovery be useful? “Basically there are two fields
Health advice to mums-to-be during the lambing season - Mar 6, 2008
Larne Today,These include chlamydiosis (enzootic abortion of ewes - EAE), toxoplasmosis and listeriosis, which are common causes of abortion in ewes, and Q fever,
Nanoparticles kills germs, not cells - Mar 6, 2008
ScienceAlert,...“We coated gold nanoparticles with an antibody specific to the Toxoplasmosis gondii organism in the tachyzoite phase, its fastest growing stage,� says
Young woman presents with decreasing vision - Mar 4, 2008
OSN SuperSite (subscription),Inflammatory causes include Eales disease, CMV retinitis, pars planitis, birdshot chorioretinopathy, sarcoidosis, scleritis, toxoplasmosis and Behçet’s
Pathogens and People: Fleas playing important role in Cat Scratch ... - Mar 2, 2008
Annapolis Capital,Cats, on the other hand, won't come when you call them, disappear for days at a time, leave toxoplasmosis parasites in litter boxes and will scratch your
‘Livestock farming needs solid official backing’ - Feb 26, 2008
GreaterKashmir.com (press release),Other diseases discussed included Toxoplasmosis, Hydatidosis, Trichinosis. The camp presided over by Dr AM Reshi Chief AH Officer, Islamabad was attended
Cataract incidence, pathology may vary in children with congenital ... - Feb 8, 2008
OSN SuperSite (subscription),There appears to be a substantial variability in the presentation, morphology and progression of cataracts associated with congenital toxoplasmosis,
Don't panic: cats and toxoplasmosis - Feb 5, 2008
OurayNews.com,The disease you are referring to is called toxoplasmosis. Although transmission of this disease to a pregnant mother can lead to the concerns stated above,
Toxoplasmosis may raise schizophrenia risk - Feb 1, 2008
TamilStar.com,Toxoplasmosis is a parasitic infection that often causes no symptoms in individuals with healthy immune systems. However, it can be dangerous in pregnant
Univ. develops method for genetic research - Feb 18, 2008
Red and Black,The parasite Toxoplasmosis is complex and difficult to study, but a new model system may change that, according to a team from the University and Montana
Can Your Pet Make You Sick? - Feb 15, 2008
TamilStar.com,Toxoplasmosis: Caused by a parasite. Symptoms are flu-like with swollen glands and muscle aches. Toxoplasmosis results from eating meat that isn't fully
Genetic Study Of Apicomplexan Cell Cycle Helps Scientists ... - Feb 14, 2008
Medical News Today,Apicomplexa is the name of a large group of microorganisms that include the causes of malaria and toxoplasmosis. Presently, their complexities make studying
Home > News > News Stories > Diseases You Can Catch ... - Feb 19, 2008
Petside,Although toxoplasmosis from contact with kitty litter is rare, some people become infected this way. Pregnant women are at highest risk, but toxoplasmosis
Parasitism and Forward Genetics - Feb 16, 2008
Technocrat.net,They say their findings will help other researchers looking at parasitical diseases like malaria and toxoplasmosis. .."The team developed methods to
Can cats harm your unborn baby? - Jan 31, 2008
The Daily Planet,The disease to which you refer is called toxoplasmosis, and you are not alone in your concern. There certainly are many rumors about toxoplasmosis,
The Rat Catcher! Meet the man on a mission to get rid of the cat ... - Feb 10, 2008
Daily Mail,I had toxoplasmosis once, it was like having flu for 11 months." Another bane of the job is the recent surge in DIY pest control, thanks to the internet.
A Reality Check to 'Safe Pregnancy' Hysteria - Feb 1, 2008
AOL News Newsbloggers,Eat plenty of vegetables during your pregnancy, but don't touch that salad - it's raw, and might have toxoplasmosis. Doing the right thing by your baby is
Dani Garavelli - Time to kick up a stink - Feb 16, 2008
Scotsman,At its extreme, their irresponsibility exposes children to the risk of toxoplasmosis and E coli 0157 – in 1999 a 12-year-old girl died after being infected
Parasite Biology Clarified With New Model - Feb 15, 2008
Science Daily (press release)But the parasites it describes are all too familiar--causing malaria, toxoplasmosis and several other diseases. These scourges are complex and difficult to
Does Your Plate Contain Foods To Avoid During Pregnancy? - Feb 17, 2008
American Chronicle,They pose a risk of toxoplasmosis, salmonella, and E.coli bacteria. Deli meats, which include hot dogs, have resulted in a type of food poisoning,
Nibbles: Surviving cold makes us fat, plus PETA’s letter to ... - Feb 15, 2008
CalorieLab Calorie Counter News,...rumor has it she’s been asking for ice cream in the psych ward) and that toxoplasmosis (developed from parasites in raw meat) can cause schizophrenia.
Mutant parasites offer MSU researchers hope in fight against malaria - Feb 14, 2008
Montana State University,The cycle is flexible, but scientists who interfere at the right time may be able to prevent the spread of malaria, toxoplasmosis and cryptosporidiosis.
Museum tackles diseases, climate change and much more - Feb 2, 2008
Salt Lake Tribune,...featuring an international tableau of people and animals reveals potential microbes lurking beneath: the cute house cat that carries toxoplasmosis,
Animal carriers pose new health risks - Feb 2, 2008
Times of India,Toxoplasmosis is a common parasitic infection passed on by cats. At times, natural disasters can also precipitate an epidemic. For example, leptospirosis
Sheep: Making the most of your vaccines - Feb 13, 2008
Irish Independent,Live vaccines are generally a once-off treatment (orf vaccine or toxoplasmosis vaccine are examples). Because these vaccines are alive, it is important that
Warning to pregnant women during lambing season - Jan 28, 2008
ic Wales,They could be at risk from infections that occur in some ewes, including chlamydiosis – enzootic abortion of ewes or EAE – toxoplasmosis and listeriosis,
The Mysteries of Miscarriage - Jan 28, 2008
NewsweekCleaning the litter box of an outdoor cat, who may eat an infected bird or rodent, also increases the risk of toxoplasmosis. Staying calm is important,
HIV patients get new drug in battle to keep Aids at bay - Jan 27, 2008
Times Online,Philippe, who works for the Terence Higgins Trust, had a viral load of 500000 (more than 100000 is considered high) and was in hospital with toxoplasmosis,
General Reader Forums - Feb 11, 2008
Manhattan Mercury,Cats can cause toxoplasmosis in pregnant women, does that mean we should ban pregnant women from having cats? Where do we draw the line?
Taking Care Of Your Self - Feb 9, 2008
American Chronicle,Toxoplasmosis is caused by a parasite in cat and dog feces, and in raw meat. It can cause birth defects. Cook meat thoroughly, wash hands after handling
Expert Advice: Prevent the Spread of Disease from Your Pets - Feb 7, 2008
My Fox Colorado.com,Toxoplasmosis is protozoan disease of cats. Other mammals can also be infected. Humans become infected by eating infected meat or through contact with
Avoid sheep if you’re pregnant - Feb 6, 2008
Journal Live,Infections include chlamydiosis, toxoplasmosis and listeriosis, which are common causes of abortion in ewes, and Q fever, which may occasionally cause ewes
The AG2R-La Mondiale team - Jan 30, 2008
Cyclingnews.comThe darling of the 2006 Tour de France, Cyril Dessel had a bad year due to the affects of toxoplasmosis, but he's now fully recovered, and will be expected
Prepackaged foods the best choice for - Jan 29, 2008
Waterloo Record,Toxoplasmosis, tapeworms) that can make us sick. That is why we cook our food. That is why commercial pet food is heated during processing.
Study: Parasites common among US poor - Dec 26, 2007
United Press InternationalToxoplasmosis is an important cause of congenital birth defects among Mexican-Americans and African-Americans, the study determined.
Calling all ultrasound scanners - Dec 23, 2007
Farming UK,The first indication that toxoplasmosis might be a problem is normally at scanning time, when a higher than expected number of barren ewes or singles is
Report: More Poor Americans Infected With Worms Than Thought - Dec 26, 2007
FOX NewsAnother parasite, toxoplasmosis, is an important cause of congenital birth defects among Mexican Americans and African Americans.
Zoo seeks support of local cat owners - Dec 11, 2007
Scoop.co.nz,Auckland Zoo is asking local cat owners for their assistance in helping to prevent the spread of toxoplasmosis, a disease caused by a parasite commonly
New Anti-Psychotic Drugs work better than Old - Dec 7, 2007
About - News & Issues,In a footnote, the study also found that patients in the study whose blood tests showed signs of exposure to the parasite toxoplasmosis had a poor response
Poor Americans suffer hidden burden of parasitic, other neglected ... - Dec 26, 2007
HULIQ,Cysticercosis, caused by the tapeworm Taenia solium, is emerging as the leading cause of epilepsy among Hispanic populations in the US, and toxoplasmosis is
Golden bullet" shows promise for killing common parasite - Dec 5, 2007
Nanotechnology News (press release)Researchers in Australia report development of a new type of gold nanoparticle that destroys the parasite responsible for toxoplasmosis, a potentially
Keep Unborn Baby Healthy: Dos and Don'ts - Dec 3, 2007
Click 2 Houston.com,While you're pregnant, stay away from cat litter, because it can carry toxoplasmosis, which can cause birth defects. Also, wear gloves while gardening in
Bowls/netball: From adversity to gold - Dec 23, 2007
Hawke's Bay Today,Palmerston North hospital over three years it was eventually narrowed down to toxoplasmosis, a condition that caused the lining of the eyes to swell up.
Looking back on what you have learned in 2007 - Dec 15, 2007
Edmonton Sun,Rare steaks can cause a disease called toxoplasmosis. But ordering a steak "blue" can have a beneficial effect on the heart as it preserves coenzyme Q10
Doctors, Vets Discuss Animal-To-Human Diseases - Dec 4, 2007
MSNBC..."I’ve seen toxoplasmosis, giradia and Lyme disease," he said. "This summer there was an abundance of Lyme disease that I’ve seen in my practice,
'Unconditional love has kept me alive' - AIDS patient credits ... - Dec 10, 2007
Stillwater Gazette,Bob also receives treatment for two neurological illnesses - AIDS dementia complex and toxoplasmosis - linked to a weakened immune system.
Little DC Museum Is Nothing To Sneeze At - Dec 10, 2007
Tampa Tribune,...featuring an international tableau of people and animals reveals potential microbes lurking beneath: the cute house cat that carries toxoplasmosis,
Pocket Doc - Dec 10, 2007
Chicago Flame Online (subscription),People with impaired immune systems can get cerebral toxoplasmosis from it and die. Ready or not, here it comes! Holiday Break is around the corner.
First Edition Cycling News - Dec 7, 2007
Cyclingnews.comOver the summer he was diagnosed with toxoplasmosis and missed much of the season. In contrast to its strong start, Milram's Spring Classics were a bit of a
Seal parked by weather - Nov 29, 2007
Lihue Garden Island,Runoff from the storm could have exposed the pup to pathogens such as leptospirosis and toxoplasmosis, diseases carried by feral animals and pets,
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