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fromSFGATE
1 month ago

'Don't eat raw food': The terrifying threat lurking in Hawaii

"Hawaii Island is really the epicenter of the disease for the entire country," Kay Howe told SFGATE. In late 2008, her son contracted the disease while living in the Puna District of Hawaii Island at the age of 23. He went into a coma and was in the hospital for months; it changed his life forever.
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fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Freezing Fish For Sushi Can Kill Parasites, But Only If You Do It Correctly - Tasting Table

Homemade sushi can be delicious and affordable, but safety measures against fish parasites are crucial.
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fromMail Online
2 months ago

Warning over parasite-riddled fish that cause heart attacks if eaten

Most freshwater fish in Southern California are infected with health-threatening parasites, urging caution for those consuming raw or undercooked fish.
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fromMail Online
2 months ago

Warning over parasite-riddled fish that cause heart attacks if eaten

Most freshwater fish in Southern California are infected with health-threatening parasites, urging caution for those consuming raw or undercooked fish.
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fromThe Conversation
2 months ago

Your smartphone is a parasite, according to evolution

Smartphones act as modern parasites, exploiting human attention and time while causing numerous societal risks and personal costs.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

A Flesh-Eating Parasite Is Advancing Toward the U.S.

The New World screwworm is rapidly advancing north after breaching barriers set by a decades-long eradication campaign.
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

Here's Why You Shouldn't Be Alarmed If You Find Worms In Your Salmon

"After taking a moment to scream internally and hop around the kitchen doing that awkward little disgusted dance, trying to shake the trauma off..."
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