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Parasitic Disease Prevention

Prevention methods for food- and waterborne parasites and vector-borne parasites, including sanitation, hygiene, and vector control.

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Jan 13, 2026

How do food and waterborne parasites differ from vector-borne parasites in infection risk and prevention?

Food- and waterborne parasites infect people primarily through ingestion of contaminated food, water or environments and are closely tied to sanitation, poverty, and food habits, whereas vector-borne ...