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Introduction to Parasitology

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Lecture 1 for Human Parasitology with Dr. Keating. Taken during the fall of 2024. Cover everything from the basic info from parasites to all the different pathogens and diseases that will be covered in the semester!

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Introduction of Parasitology



Jo Billion
viruses
·
People
15% Fungi on Earth
22 %
·
1 billion infected
Bacteria
Helminths
& w/ parasites
38 % Protozoa
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Global Issue




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