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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.

Stop Aggressive September Wasps: Expert Tips Revealed

Wasps become more aggressive and bothersome in late summer. A leading entomologist explains the science behind their behaviour change and shares effective, humane tricks to deter them from your garden gatherings without getting stung.

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.

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.

UK Heatwave Fuels Surge in Aggressive Wasps

Britain's record-breaking heatwaves, driven by climate change, are creating a bumper crop of larger, hungrier, and more aggressive wasps. Experts warn of a surge in painful stings and disruptive nests, turning parks and beer gardens into danger zones this

Heatwave Triggers Surge in Aggressive UK Wasps

Britain's heatwave is creating a 'perfect storm' for aggressive wasp behaviour, with experts warning of a longer, more intense season driven by climate change. Discover why your picnic is under threat.

UK Wasp Numbers Soar After Record Warm Spring

Britain is facing a surge in wasp populations following an unusually warm and dry spring. Experts warn of more aggressive insects and disruptive nests, impacting summer activities and public health.

Radioactive wasps found near nuclear site

Scientists uncover a colony of wasps contaminated with radioactive material near a nuclear waste facility in South Carolina, raising serious environmental and health concerns.

RFK Jr's Bizarre Vampire Fish Stunt

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. shocks onlookers as a parasitic 'vampire fish' latches onto his arm during a controversial publicity stunt. Experts warn of the dangers of handling these blood-sucking creatures.

Toddler dies after wasp swarm attack

A two-year-old boy tragically lost his life after being attacked by a swarm of wasps in a devastating incident that has left his family and community in shock.

Hawaii's rat lungworm disease cases surge

Hawaii faces a growing health crisis as cases of rat lungworm disease, a parasitic infection that can cause severe neurological damage, continue to rise. Learn how this rare but dangerous illness spreads and how to protect yourself.

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