West Nile virus (WNV)
Learn about West Nile virus, an enveloped RNA virus that causes West Nile fever. This article explores its transmission, clinical manifestations, and the potential targets for combating enveloped viruses.
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Entamoeba histolytica is a protozoal (single-celled) parasite of the Entamoebidae family.
Living in the large intestine the parasite causes different types of amoebiasis. The most common are intestinal amoebiasis (amoebic dysentery) and liver amoebiasis (amoebic liver abscess).
Transmission mainly occurs via contaminated water and food respectively.
For a successful inactivation of parasites, specific disinfectants effective against parasites are required.