HealthMap

07/07/2025

Today's is Amebiasis. Learn more here:

Facts on amebiasis, a treatable disease caused by a parasite that can produce diarrhea and cramping

07/07/2025

This disease is caused by a parasite called Entamoeba histolytica, and it is most common in tropical places with poor sanitary conditions. Only 10-20% of people who are infected with Entamoeba histolytica become ill. What is this disease called?

04/07/2025

Did you know that the bacteria that causes Q fever, Coxiella burnetii, is considered a potential bioterrorism agent?

30/06/2025

Today's is Rhinovirus. Learn more here:

This page informs the general public about rhinoviruses, signs and symptoms, and testing.

30/06/2025

This virus is the most frequent cause of the common cold. What is this virus called?

27/06/2025

Did you know that Nipah virus is carried by fruit bats? Outbreaks have only been reported in Bangladesh, India, Malaysia, Philippines, and Singapore, but fruit bats are found throughout Asia, the South Pacific, and Australia.

23/06/2025

Today's is Dientamoeba fragilis. Learn more here:

Dientamoeba fragilis is a parasite that lives in your large intestine.

23/06/2025

This parasite lives in the large intestine. The transmission of the parasite is unclear, but it is most likely spread through the fecal-oral route. What is the parasite caused?

20/06/2025

Did you know that Brucellosis is the most commonly reported laboratory-associated bacterial infection?

16/06/2025

Today's is Chromoblastomycosis. Learn more here:

Untreated chromoblastomycosis, a fungal infection, can cause limb swelling and difficulty walking.

16/06/2025

This neglected tropical disease tends to affects the skin and is caused by fungi in the soil or on wood and plants. What is the disease?

13/06/2025

Did you know that Hookworm disease is named after the hook-like shape of the heads of the parasitic worms that cause infection?