Toxic mushrooms trigger biohazard event in Bournemouth
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Mike Tyson's toughest opponent is toe fungus
Boxing legend Mike Tyson reveals his ongoing battle with severe foot fungus, contracted from fighting without socks. Discover why he calls it his 'greatest opponent'.
Honey Fungus Warning: Garden Killer Spreading Across UK
Experts issue urgent warning about honey fungus, the destructive garden killer threatening trees and shrubs nationwide. Learn identification tips and prevention methods.
Devil's Fingers: Britain's Foul-Smelling Fungus Invasion
Discover the astonishing Devil's Fingers fungus invading British woodlands - a foul-smelling, otherworldly organism that looks straight from a horror film and smells like rotting flesh.
Doctors found insects crawling in woman's ears after drug misdiagnosis
A woman's mysterious head symptoms were misdiagnosed as drug withdrawal until doctors discovered the horrifying reality - live insects nesting in both ears. This medical nightmare reveals crucial warning signs everyone should know.
Tropical 'flesh-eating' disease spreads in UK
Medical experts sound alarm as tropical parasite disease leishmaniasis, once confined to overseas travel, now establishes itself in the UK with potentially disfiguring skin symptoms.
Tummy ache reveals rare tapeworm infection in UK patient
Doctors were left baffled when a routine tummy ache complaint revealed a shocking parasitic infection rarely seen in Britain. The astonishing medical case highlights the importance of thorough diagnosis.
Red Thread Lawn Disease: Autumn Treatment Guide
Expert gardening advice reveals how to identify and combat the common red thread fungus that plagues UK lawns every autumn. Learn the warning signs and effective treatment methods.
Alien-like fungus discovery on Dartmoor identified
A mysterious alien-like organism discovered on Dartmoor has been identified as the rare stinkhorn fungus, creating both wonder and unease among local walkers and mycologists.
Influencer dies from fox tapeworm brain infection
Brazilian influencer dies from parasitic infection after developing meningoencephalitis from fox tapeworm larvae.
Kitchen Ingredient Banishes Lawn Mushrooms Overnight
Discover the surprising household staple that eradicates unsightly lawn mushrooms instantly. Gardening experts reveal this cheap, effective solution that transforms your turf without harsh chemicals.
Deadly Fungus Candida auris Sweeps Europe - UK on Alert
A deadly drug-resistant fungus, Candida auris, is spreading rapidly across Europe, with UK health officials issuing urgent warnings. Cases have surged, posing a severe threat to vulnerable patients in hospitals and care homes.
Houseplant Mushrooms: A Sign of Healthy Soil?
Discover why fungi growing in your pot plants signals healthy soil and learn when to worry. Expert advice from a houseplant clinic.
Doctor extracts live maggot from patient's scalp in UK
A viral video from a UK medical clinic shows the horrifying moment a doctor extracts a wriggling, live maggot from deep inside a patient's scalp, leaving viewers stunned.
Woman Born With Four Legs Shares Incredible Medical Journey
The astonishing true story of Ella Cate, a woman born with a rare parasitic twin, and her lifelong journey of medical challenges and ultimate triumph.
Encountering the phallic, foul-smelling Stinkhorn fungus
A fascinating encounter with the notoriously foul-smelling and bizarrely shaped Common Stinkhorn fungus, a remarkable and edible denizen of British woodlands.
Deadly Kissing Bug Disease: UK Health Warning Signs
Exclusive: UK health experts issue urgent warning about Chagas disease, a silent tropical illness spread by 'kissing bugs' that can cause fatal heart damage. Learn the critical early symptoms and how to protect your family.
Brain Worm Parasite in Moose Could Threaten Humans
Scientists in North America raise alarm as a parasitic brain worm affecting moose shows potential to jump to humans. Learn about the risks and symptoms of this emerging wildlife disease.
Deadly 'Kissing Bug' Disease Spreads Across US
The deadly Chagas disease, transmitted by the 'kissing bug', is rapidly spreading across the United States. Health experts warn of a silent epidemic as cases surge, with potentially fatal consequences for thousands of undiagnosed Americans.
Urgent alert over deadly drug-resistant fungus in UK hospitals
A dire warning has been issued by UK health officials as a highly drug-resistant and potentially deadly fungus, Candida auris, spreads rapidly through hospitals. Learn about the symptoms, risks, and why this superbug is causing such alarm.
New 'Zombie Wasp' Species Discovered In Ecuador
In a chilling discovery from Ecuador, scientists have identified a new genus of parasitic wasp that performs a real-life horror show, hijacking a spider's body to use as a protective 'zombie puppet' for its young.
Kissing Bug Invasion: Chagas Disease Mapped Across US
Exclusive maps reveal the alarming spread of the deadly 'kissing bug' across the United States, with health officials warning of potential Chagas disease outbreaks in multiple states.
Deadly Chagas Disease Spreading in Southern US States
Health officials are on high alert as the parasitic 'kissing bug' disease, Chagas, traditionally confined to Latin America, establishes a worrying foothold in the southern United States. Learn about the silent symptoms and the growing threat.
Flesh-Eating Wasps Invade New York and Oregon
Exclusive: Invasive 'flesh-eating' wasp species, the invasive horntail, is spreading alarmingly across New York and Oregon. Scientists warn of ecological devastation and urgent public vigilance as this parasitic insect threatens native ecosystems.
Silent 'Kissing Bug' Disease Threat Grows in California
Health officials are on high alert as the potentially fatal Chagas disease, a parasitic infection often called a 'silent killer', is being detected in California. Learn about the hidden symptoms and risks.
Deadly Kissing Bugs Invade California - Chagas Disease Alert
Health officials issue urgent warning as deadly triatomine bugs, known for transmitting Chagas disease, are discovered in Southern California. Learn the risks and how to protect your family.
First US human case of flesh-eating screwworm parasite
US health officials confirm the first human case of a New World screwworm parasite infection, a flesh-eating fly larvae typically found in livestock, raising concerns about tropical disease spread.
Flesh-Eating Screwworm Outbreak: US Travel Health Alert
US health officials issue urgent warning as tropical screwworm flies, carrying flesh-eating maggots, pose a dire threat to American travellers. Learn the symptoms and how to protect yourself.
Flesh-Eating Screwworm Kills in US: First Human Case
US health officials confirm the first fatal human case of a horrific flesh-eating screwworm parasite, a deadly insect not seen in the country for decades. Learn the symptoms and risks.
Zombie Spiders: Fungus Hijacks Brains in UK
Scientists uncover the horrifying parasitic fungus that turns common spiders into 'zombies', forcing them to weave a special web for their own execution in a major UK wildlife discovery.
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