Parasites are dangerous creatures that survive off their hosts. Here are 12 common parasites that feed on the human body.

"Wreck" by Catherine Newman, the New York Times bestselling author of "Catastrophic Happiness," "Waiting for Birdy," "We All ...

Spiders aren't just spooky Halloween mascots. Their keen senses, complex behaviors, and diverse lifestyles make them ...

Critters consuming species that harbor deadly toxins have evolved a suite of clever strategies to keep out of harm’s way.

“It’s this time of year because the crops are being harvested and they’re normally in the fields eating spider mites ... bites are just so painful.” The native pirate bugs are actually beneficial, ...

A scrub typhus outbreak has spread across Darma Rural Municipality in Salyan district, prompting local authorities to launch ...

A new AI study finds leopards hunted early humans in East Africa, challenging long-held ideas about when our ancestors became ...

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: A Gulf Keralite’s impulsive decision to return home to treat a persistent fever turned out to be ...

Snakebites are among the deadliest neglected tropical diseases, and scientists have long been searching for more effective ...

Scientists have sunk their fangs into a panacea for snake bites. The new antivenom can counteract the bite of several deadly ...

Yavatmal: Scrub Typhus, a potentially fatal infectious disease, has surfaced in the rural areas of Yavatmal district. Health officials confirmed that 58 cases were detected in September and October, ...

The hiker was rescued while attempting the Kalalau Trail, a challenging 22-mile round-trip trek from Ke’e Beach to Kalalau Beach. The 22-mile round-trip trek offers the only access to the rugged ...