Contrary to popular belief, hookworm—an intestinal parasite in humans consisting of larvae and adult worms that reside within the small intestine—still exists in the United States. 22 сент. 2017 г.
Is hookworm common in the US?
Thanks to widespread treatment efforts, education and economic development, the parasitic worm was eradicated in the U.S. although the exact date isn't clear — somewhere between the 1950s and the 1980s. Hookworm was now just a problem of the developing world — or so we thought.
Where is hookworm most common?
Introduction. Hookworm is an intestinal parasite most commonly found in tropical and subtropical climates worldwide, particularly in Africa, South East Asia, the Western Pacific, Latin America and the Mediterranean.
How common is it for humans to get hookworms?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) , between 576 and 740 million people worldwide have hookworm infections. It was once common in the southeastern parts of the U.S., but improvements in living conditions have reduced its occurrence.
Where do hookworm infections occur today?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, hookworm infections occur in an estimated 576 to 740 million people worldwide. It mainly affects people in developing nations in the tropics and subtropics due to poor sanitation. These infections rarely occur in the United States.
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