Infections with G duodenalis and Cryptosporidium species are common in ruminants, and
most animals become infected within the first months of life. Both parasites are causal …

Cryptosporidiosis is a significant contributor to global foodborne and waterborne disease
burden. It is a widespread cause of diarrheal diseases that affect humans and animals …

A total of eight Giardia species are accepted. These include: Giardia duodenalis (syn.
Giardia intestinalis and Giardia lamblia), which infects humans and animals, Giardia agilis …

Cryptosporidium, a protozoan parasite in the phylum Apicomplexa, is the etiological agent of
cryptosporidiosis, an intestinal infection characterized by profuse watery diarrhea. Over 30 …

Data on human gastrointestinal parasites (GIP) infections in the african sub-regions and
countries are mainly lacking in terms of prevalence and population stratification by afflicted …

Goats are a primary or additional income source for many families in resource-poor areas.
Although often considered inferior to other livestock, the resilience of goats and their ability …

Cryptosporidiosis is recognized as being a significant cause of gastrointestinal illness due to
its wide range of vertebrate hosts, including humans. Infection with Cryptosporidium spp. is …

Giardia duodenalis (syn. Giardia lamblia, Giardia intestinalis) is the causative agent of
giardiasis, one of the most common diarrheal infections in humans. Evolutionary …

Cryptosporidium spp. are important pathogens with some species causing diarrhoea in
humans and animals. Sheep are one of the most common potential hosts for various …

The genus Giardia is a unicellular protozoan able to parasitize both humans and animals.
Cysts of Giardia can be found in soil samples, aquatic environments, food, and any surface …