Scientists expose hidden risks of diarrheal disease

(University of East Anglia) New research identifies a rapidly evolving new subspecies of the cryptosporidium parasite -- a leading cause of diarrheal disease in children worldwide.The study sheds new light on how this parasite has evolved the ability to spread more easily between people. Researchers sequenced and compared whole genomes from over 20 different cryptosporidium cases to find out more about the parasite and how it infects people.Their work will help public health interventions aimed at preventing the spread of the disease.
Source: EurekAlert! - Infectious and Emerging Diseases - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news