In 2013, nearly one million school-aged children in these endemic areas were treated for schistosomiasis in Kenya.

Squirrels can become a nuisance when they invade gardens and often homes. Their incessant gnawing, nest-building, and ...

Bilharzia – or schistosomiasis – is a human parasitic disease predominant in tropical areas. It is classified as one of 20 ...

Data, seen by MailOnline, also shows the number of British travellers who have brought the parasite home with them has reached a record high.

Scientists have captured footage of the reproductive habits of a large, carnivorous snail from New Zealand for the first time, shedding light on a process once shrouded in mystery. Images show the ...

The landmark moment was captured at the Hokitika Snail Housing facility (Lisa Flanagan/New Zealand Department of Conservation via AP) Scientists have captured footage of the reproductive habits of ...

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The strange reproductive habits of a large, carnivorous New Zealand snail were once shrouded in mystery. Now footage of the snail laying an egg from its neck has ...

SYDNEY, Australia — A rare New Zealand snail has been filmed for the first time squeezing an egg from its neck, delighting scientists who are trying to save the critically endangered meat-eating ...

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The strange reproductive habits of a large, carnivorous New Zealand snail were once shrouded in mystery. Now footage of the snail laying an egg from its neck has been ...

Fresh research unveils their urine isn't only waste—it's nature's subtle present to the ocean. As bizarre as this may sound, these friendly sea giants could be assisting in the battle against ...