Intestinal Parasite

Intestinal parasites are parasites that settle in a human’s or animal’s gastro-intestinal tract. They prefer to live in the intestinal wall, although they can live throughout the body. They can be caused by drinking infected water, ingesting undercooked or raw meat, or through the skin. The two main types of intestinal parasites are protozoa and […]

Meningitis

Meningitis is a disease where the protective membranes that cover the spinal cord and brain are inflamed. The inflammation can be caused by infection with bacteria, viruses, or other micro-organisms. Meningitis can be life-threatening because of its proximity to the spinal cord and brain, although it can get better on its own in just a […]

Stomach Flu

Gastroenteritis is a medical condition that involves both the small intestine and stomach. It is caused by the inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. Gastroenteritis has been called a stomach virus or stomach bug, and is more commonly referred to as the stomach flu (although it is unrelated to influenza). Gastroenteritis is developed through the ingestion […]