Epidemiology, derived from the Greek words epi, demos, and logos, is the study of what happens to a population. Its roots lie in understanding what befalls a population, and various definitions have been proposed, but…
Entamoeba hartmanni is a tiny parasite that lives in the intestines of humans. While often overlooked, it plays an important role in understanding gut health and disease. This post will explore the characteristics of Entamoeba…
This post delves into the pathogenesis, epidemiology, and prevention strategies of Staphylococcus aureus, a common yet dangerous bacterium that can cause severe human infections. It emphasizes the importance of understanding its unique morphology, disease causes,…
Entamoeba histolytica is a protozoan parasite known for causing amoebiasis, a disease that affects the intestines and can lead to severe symptoms such as dysentery and liver abscesses. This parasite is commonly found in areas…
The genus Cryptosporidium is a minute coccidian parasite of worldwide distribution that comprises a very large group of closely related obligate intracellular parasites. It was first observed in the gastric mucosal crypts of a laboratory…
Cyclospora cayetanensis is a microscopic parasite that causes an intestinal infection known as cyclosporiasis. It is primarily transmitted through the ingestion of contaminated food or water. The parasite is commonly found in tropical and subtropical…
Pneumocystis jiroveci is a fungal organism that can cause severe pneumonia in individuals with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS or undergoing immunosuppressive therapy. This opportunistic pathogen is commonly found in the lungs…
Antigens are essential for our immune system‘s ability to identify and combat dangerous intruders. Understanding antigenicity, which is the property that causes an antigen to be effective, can help us understand disease prevention and treatment….