Millions of people worldwide are affected by African sleeping sickness, Chagas disease and other life-threatening infections caused by microscopic parasites borne by insects such as the tsetse fly.

Most people exposed to the parasites behind babesiosis don't get sick, but for others, the infection can be deadly.

THE first-ever World Parasite Awareness Day takes place today and is a global initiative focused on keeping pets safe from harmful parasites with regular vet check-ups and preventative care.“We love ...