There are parasites all over the world that can infect humans. Some of them are easy to avoid, but others are more common ...

Lungworm is a generic term for a parasite that infects the lungs. I’ve thankfully never diagnosed a case of cat lungworms ...

An expert explains if mistletoe is poisonous to dogs and cats, and how to enjoy this romantic Christmas plant safely.

But if you have a dog or cat celebrating the holidays with you ... Mistletoes are a group of interesting plants—they are actually parasitic, living on certain trees worldwide.

Others, like hookworms from dogs and cats, can also infect humans through close contact with infected pets or their environment. If left untreated, parasitic infections can have dire consequences.

Cats are particular about their litter, so we tested 9 of the best cat litters to compare their odor control, effectiveness ...

Scientists fear this could lead to an increase in Lyme disease, which causes flu-like symptoms and can make people very sick.

In a rare medical case, parasitic worms grew underneath a woman's upper eyelid.

Before you reach for your mozzie spray to share with your pets, there are a few important things to know, including that some ...