North American Parasitic Zoonoses

-Etiology/ Natural History: Account of taxonomy, morphology as necessary for identification, and life cycles;
-Epidemiology: Global prevalence and prevalence in North America among various demographic groups in both human and non-human hosts. Consideration of primary risk factors associated with transmission;
- Pathogenesis.
- Diagnostic tests;
- Treatment and control measures: Current drug(s) of choice, contraindications, and procedures utilized in the treatment of human infection. Consideration of practical steps to be taken in the prevention of transmission;
- Recent Advances and Contemporary Challenges: A discussion of the most exciting contemporary areas of research concerning each disease with recommendations for future avenues of study.