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This web page provides a partial list of herbs and herbal treatments that may cause harmful or serious reactions, either alone or in combination with other herbs or drugs. It also explains the sources and references of the information, and warns about the lack of scientific evidence for alternative medicines.
Entomophagy is the consumption of insects by humans in a cultural and biological context. Learn about the history, practice, and benefits of entomophagy in different regions and cultures around the world.
Pinworm infection, also known as threadworm infection in the UK, is a common parasitic disease caused by the pinworm, Enterobius vermicularis. It causes itching in the anal area, and can be treated with medication and hygiene measures.
There’s a new salmonella outbreak linked to eggs, the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention reported in a Sept. 6 media alert. Here’s what you need to know about the outbreak and how you ...
Helminthiasis is any disease caused by parasitic worms, or helminths, that infect humans or animals. Learn about the types, causes, symptoms, and treatments of different helminth infections, such as ascariasis, schistosomiasis, and taeniasis.
Symptoms of salmonella usually begin within six hours to six days after ingesting the bacteria. Individuals infected with the bacteria typically experience diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps.
Learn about the plants that produce toxins and/or cause irritation on contact, and how they affect humans and animals. Find out which food plants have poisonous parts, and which plants are used for medicinal or recreational purposes.
Egg allergy is an immune hypersensitivity to proteins in chicken eggs and possibly other birds' eggs. Symptoms can range from mild to severe and include rash, swelling, wheezing, anaphylaxis, and more. Learn how to prevent, diagnose, and treat egg allergy.