New immune pathway involved in resistance to parasite worms found in undercooked pork

(Lancaster University) Scientists from Lancaster University have discovered that immune responses originally found to prevent fungal infections are also important in eliminating Trichinella spiralis, a round worm and the causative agent of Trichinosis. People acquire trichinellosis by consuming raw or undercooked meat infected with the Trichinella parasite, particularly wild game meat or pork.
Source: EurekAlert! - Infectious and Emerging Diseases - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news