Structural insights reveal drug target in trypanosome parasites
A new study from the Kowalinski group at EMBL Grenoble characterized the structure of an important trypanosomal protein ...
Rolling Out4d
This groundbreaking pill could finally prevent Lyme disease
Scientists are developing the first-ever pill to prevent Lyme disease, potentially protecting millions from tick-borne ...
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No, cancer isn’t a parasite, and ivermectin can’t cure it
The post’s claim that ivermectin and other antiparasitics can "cure" cancer is also unproven. Neither the FDA nor the World Health Organization have approved ivermectin to treat cancer, but some ...
Mel Gibson's cancer treatment claims branded 'dangerous, cruel and irresponsible' by Canadian Cancer Society. Here's what to know
"During Joe Rogan’s podcast on Jan. 9, Mel Gibson promoted drugs that are not scientifically proven cancer treatments," the ...
Worm Worrier No More? New Tablet Fights Against Parasitic Infections
A new tablet combining albendazole and ivermectin offers a breakthrough in treating parasitic infections, providing an ...
Nature3y
Evolution of Drug Resistance in Malaria Parasite Populations
The emergence of drug-resistant parasites thwarts efforts to control human malaria ... Ancient Chinese used a treatment based on artemisinin (documented 168 BC), the active ingredient in some ...
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Albay targets over 500K children for deworming
The Albay Provincial Health Office (PHO) has started distributing more than 280,000 tablets of deworming medicine to the 18 ...