Neural Stem Cells In Mice Affected By Gene Associated With Longevity Nov 6, 2009
5, 2009) A gene associated with longevity in roundworms and humans has been shown to affect the function of stem cells that generate new neurons in the adult brain, according to researchers at the Stanford University School of Medicine ... FoxO genes are required for the extreme longevity seen in some strains of laboratory roundworms, and a single mutation in the FoxO3 gene has recently been associated with long life in Japanese, German, American and Italian populations. (Science Daily)
High cost of feral cats (7) Oct 29, 2009
Plus, feral cats transfer roundworms, hookworms and ringworm to humans and wildlife. Cats lead to about 80 percent of rabies shots for humans. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Having A Mate Provides Evolutionary Advantage Oct 22, 2009
Graduate student Levi T. Morran and Michelle D. Parmenter, an undergraduate student from Eugene, conducted more than 100 trials in which populations of nematodes -- also known as roundworms -- were adapted to new environments, including to the presence of a bacterial pathogen that eats the worms from the inside out ... That, in turn, threatens the long-term survival of selfing roundworms. (Science Daily)
Can Dog Illnesses Be Contagious to ... Sep 20, 2009
Hookworms and Roundworms. Hookworms and roundworms are common intestinal parasites found in dogs ... To prevent children from catching hookworms and roundworms from the family pooch, encourage them to wash their hands thoroughly after having contact with the animal, or playing outdoors. (Suite101.com)
Cat Illnesses Sep 16, 2009
Internal parasites, such as roundworms and tapeworms, are another common problem with cats. Roundworms can cause diarrhea and vomiting ... Roundworms and tapeworms can be treated with de-worming medication. (Suite101.com)
Cancer's Break-in Tools Possibly Identified: Nematode Worm Provides Model Of Invasive Cancer Aug 26, 2009
20, 2009) Scientists have demonstrated how nematodes, also known as roundworms, manipulate the transport of the plant hormone auxin in order to force the plant to produce food for them. Their findings could. (Science Daily)
* Tests begin on drugs that may slow aging Aug 20, 2009
But they have been confounded by experiments with small laboratory animals, like roundworms, fruit flies and mice. In all these species, the change of single genes has brought noticeable increases in life span. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Discovery Could Help Stem Infections Of Parasitic Roundworms Aug 17, 2009
17, 2009) Working with researchers in China, biologists at UC San Diego have discovered how a Chinese drug effective in killing parasitic roundworms works ... Their discovery of the drug's biological mechanism provides important new information about how to combat parasitic roundworms, which infect more than a billion people in tropical regions and are one of the leading causes of debilitation in underdeveloped countries ... Parasitic intestinal roundworms, such as hookworms estimated to affect... (Science Daily)
How Frequently Should a Cat Be Worm... Aug 11, 2009
Intestinal worms are quite common in cats and the main ones are roundworms, hookworms and tapeworms ... Roundworms live in the small intestines and can cause a pot-bellied appearance and poor growth ... Roundworms can cause diarrhea and vomiting and can sometimes be seen in the feces or vomit like pieces of white spaghetti or thick thread up to 4 inches long.. (Suite101.com)
WONDER DRUG OR SNAKE OIL? Resveratrol 'miracle’ hyped, but research is in infancy Jul 29, 2009
Resveratrol has been found to suppress the formation of blood clots, boost the efficiency of immune system cells and increase the life span of yeast, flies, fish and roundworms ... Much larger doses of resveratrol increase the life span of yeast, flies, fish and roundworms, studies have shown ... To date, its most exciting possibilities have been demonstrated only in experiments conducted in petri dishes, on organisms such as yeast and roundworms, and in mice. (Missoulian, MT)
How Evolution Can Allow For Large Developmental Leaps Jul 22, 2009
ScienceDaily (July 21, 2009) How evolution acts to bridge the chasm between two discrete physiological states is a question that's long puzzled scientists. Most evolutionary changes, after all, happen in tiny increments: an elephant grows a little larger, a giraffe's neck a little longer. (Science Daily)
Sea Lamprey Embryos Dramatically Alter Genomes Jul 21, 2009
A few invertebrate species, like some roundworms, have been shown to undergo extensive genome remodeling. However, stability was thought to be vital in vertebrates' genomes to assure their highly precise, normal functioning. (Science Daily)
Natural and Organic Garden Borer Co... Jul 21, 2009
They are especially effective against iris borers, as the nematodes can travel freely through moist soil, but organic gardeners can also inject these microscopic roundworms into borer holes. Garden Borer Prevention. (Suite101.com)
Canine Gastroenteritis Jul 20, 2009
parasites - including roundworms, hookwoorms, whipworms, coccidia, Giardia. hemorrhagic gastroenteritis - an individual disease frequently seen in small-breed dogs. (Suite101.com)
Genomes Of Parasitic Flatworms Decoded Jul 16, 2009
Schistosoma mansoni and Schistosoma japonicum are the first sequenced genomes of any organism in the large group called Lophotrochozoa, which includes other free-living and parasitic flatworms as well as segmented roundworms, such as the earthworm. See also. (Science Daily)
In space, worms help study microgravity effects Jul 10, 2009
A matching set of roundworms stayed on Earth to act as the lab control ... The roundworms showed that they could normally repair their radiation damaged cells in spaceflight by using apoptosis, or the programmed cell death which can also be triggered by unusual amounts of damage ... Since ICE-FIRST, another space station experiment successfully tested a fully automated culturing system which maintained the roundworms for six months without human intervention. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Making A Bigger Splash In The Gene Pool, And How Delaying Reproduction Can Help Jul 9, 2009
"A lot of these toxins extend life in ways that mimic dietary restrictions and have been shown to extend life in mice, fruit flies, roundworms, and yeast," says Ratcliff. "The whole point is that if a population is headed downhill, an individual who trades early reproduction for longevity can come out ahead.". (Science Daily)
Two shows that revel in grossing out viewers Jul 1, 2009
This week, Dr. Mike swims in the germ-infested Ganges and eats unwashed vegetables in India, hoping against hope for roundworms. Finally, at the end of the hour, after bringing a stool sample to a laboratory and getting diagnosed with giardia, he poops out the episode s denouement. (Boston Globe)
Why Low-Calorie Diet Extends Lifespans Jun 28, 2009
When lacking one enzyme or the other, roundworms kept on a severely calorie-restricted diet no longer live past their normal lifespan, they report in the June 24, 2009, advance online edition of the journal Nature ... The enzyme WWP-1, shown in green, is a key player in the signaling cascade that links dietary restriction to longevity in roundworms. (Science Daily)
Popular Tick Medicines for Dogs May 18, 2009
In additional to flea and heartworm control, Revolution offers control against roundworms, hookworms and the sarcoptic mange mites which cause scabies in dogs. However, it is effective against only one type of tick (Dermacentor variabilis) out of many different species. (Suite101.com)
Revolution - Flea and Heartworm Con... May 5, 2009
Revolution in dogs is also not labeled for controlling intestinal parasites such as roundworms and hookworms, unlike many other heartworm preventive medicines. Periodic fecal analysis is recommended along with deworming as necessary with an appropriate medication. (Suite101.com)
Norwegian Red Foxes Have More Trichina, But Less Scabies Than Previously May 5, 2009
are roundworms that can invade a wide range of animals and man. People are most often infected through eating trichina-containing pork. (Science Daily)
Canine Health Care Tips May 2, 2009
Intestinal parasites, such as roundworms, tapeworms, hookworms and whipworms are commonly diagnosed in dogs and can negatively impact canine health care. In addition, some of these parasites can pose a threat to you and your family. (Suite101.com)
Heartworm Prevention in Dogs Apr 29, 2009
Heartworms, so called, are parasitic roundworms known as nemotodes that are carried by mosquitos. and transferred as larvae to a mammal when the mosquito bites. (Suite101.com)
Roundworms in Dogs and Cats Apr 19, 2009
Roundworms are one of the most common intestinal worms found in dogs and cats ... Roundworms are also known as ascarids and are intestinal parasites which can infect many different types of animals, including dogs and cats ... How Does a Dog or Cat Become Infected with Roundworms. (Suite101.com)
Taking Care of (Dog) Business Apr 17, 2009
Its chock-full of parasites and bacteria like roundworms and e coli and salmonella. Stuff that can seriously sicken the very young, the very old and the immuno-suppressed. (Slate)
The Importance of Worming Your Dog ... Apr 16, 2009
Roundworms are quite common in dogs and cats ... Adult roundworms absorb the infected pets food and can migrate and cause damage to the liver and lungs ... Roundworms don t usually cause major problems in adults, but can cause death in younger animals with sever infestation. (Suite101.com)
Zoonotic Diseases: Getting Sick Fro... Apr 9, 2009
Make certain all pets are receiving monthly preventive medication for intestinal parasites, such as roundworms and hookworms. Most of the monthly heartworm preventive medications will accomplish this. (Suite101.com)
Control pests in veggie garden Apr 5, 2009
Nematodes are microscopic roundworms that are found in the soil of any garden. Some feed on roots and plant parts that are below the ground. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
EDITORIAL: Dog rules are changing Mar 7, 2009
Doodycalls states dog feces is one of the most common carriers of the following diseases: heartworms, whipworms, hookworms, roundworms, tapeworms, Parvo, Corona, Giardiasis, Salmonellosis, Cryptosporidiosis, and Campylobacteriosis. We do not know what these diseases are, nor do we want to find out. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Dog and Cat Parasites Mar 4, 2009
Many of the monthly heartworm preventive medications also help prevent roundworms and hookworms ... Pyrantel pamoate for roundworms and hookworms ... Fenbendazole for roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, and Giardia. (Suite101.com)
A worm-and-mouse tale: B cells deserve more respect Feb 27, 2009
Roundworms, hookworms, pinworms, and others these and other worms cause fatigue, diarrhea, nausea, and death. "Nematodes worms sicken a lot of people, they can cause severe malnutrition, and they play havoc with the immune system, making many people more vulnerable to other threats, such as malaria," said Lund, whose project was funded by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. (EurekAlert!)
Reduce parasites to help cattle thrive on pasture (7) Feb 23, 2009
- Dectomax Pour-On solution This product, for any age and class of beef cattle, treats and controls roundworms and lice. It controls 33 stages of internal and external parasites with a single application. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Watermelon Mountain Ranch makes a case Feb 17, 2009
Dr. Patricia Feeser, who chairs the city s animal welfare task force, said she did a three-year survey of her own practice s medical records and it showed a higher incidence of roundworms, which are parasites that can in rare cases cause blindness in humans, in animals from Watermelon Ranch than from other sources in Rio Rancho. At the task force s most recent meeting, eight Ranch employees and over a dozen people from the public or who have adopted animals from the Ranch said the claims were... (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Veterinarian wants tougher pet rules Feb 14, 2009
Roundworms are worms commonly found in untreated puppies and kittens. In addition to being potentially fatal to the animal, roundworms are known as the largest single cause of parasitic blindness in children in the country ... I think no animal should be sold or adopted out in this city that has roundworms, Feeser said. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
