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Invasive Brain-Hopping Worm Spreads in US Region

A study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has found that a parasite known as rat lungworm, typically found on rats and slugs, is becoming more widespread in the southeastern U.S., raising concerns about an increased risk to humans. The parasite can infect humans and animals through various pathways in the food chain, potentially leading to severe neurological dysfunction or even death. While the worm cannot complete its life cycle in humans, there is currently no specific test or treatment for these infections. The study suggests that the species is invading new territories, having originally been native to parts of Asia.

via Scripps News|

#emerging-infectious-diseases #health #neurological-dysfunction

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Emerging Rat-Borne Brain Parasite Spreads in Southeast US

A study conducted in Atlanta suggests that the rat lungworm, a parasite that typically infects rats and slugs but can also invade human brains, has firmly established itself in the Southeast US and is likely to continue spreading. The study found evidence of rat lungworm infection in seven out of 33 collected rats, indicating sustained transmission. The parasite's complex life cycle involves rats, slugs, and snails, with humans becoming accidental hosts through the consumption of undercooked snails or infected slugs. In humans, the parasite can cause severe neurological dysfunction, ranging from mild symptoms to paralysis, coma, and even death.

via Ars Technica|

#health #infection #neurological-dysfunction

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The Alarming Consequences of a Widely Prescribed Drug

A new study conducted by researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus reveals a link between the use of benzodiazepines, a widely prescribed class of drugs, and long-term neurological complications. The study introduces the term "benzodiazepine-induced neurological dysfunction" (BIND) to describe the condition, which includes symptoms such as memory loss, anxiety, insomnia, and suicidal thoughts. The findings call for a change in prescription practices and further research into the condition and treatment options. The survey, which included over 1,200 benzodiazepine users, found that these symptoms persisted for months or even years after discontinuation, leading to negative impacts on various aspects of life, including relationships and employment.

via SciTechDaily|

#benzodiazepines #health #mental-health