The fascinating world of parasites
Video presented by David Rollinson
Parasites are a continual threat to humans and domestic animals. Infections such as malaria, schistosomiasis, and intestinal worms are responsible for much human disease and suffering, especially in the developing world. Join Museum researcher David Rollinson to examine some of the remarkable adaptations of parasites and discover how our research on schistosomiasis is leading to better control of this disease on the island of Zanzibar.
- Presented by: David Rollinson
- Date: 03 March 2003
- Duration: 32:44
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