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Echinococcus multilocularis in Alberta

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Provides information on the occurrence and prevalence of echinococcus multilocularis in Alberta. Includes information on its significance, transmission cycle, distribution, importance for wildlife... More ≫

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Provides information on the occurrence and prevalence of echinococcus multilocularis in Alberta. Includes information on its significance, transmission cycle, distribution, importance for wildlife management, public significance, and prevention and control measures that can be taken. One in a series of fact sheets on common parasites and diseases of fishes and wildlife in Alberta.

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Ribbon tapeworms in fishes in Alberta

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Provides information on the occurrence and prevalence of ribbon tapeworms in fishes in Alberta. Includes information on their significance, transmission cycle, distribution, importance for... More ≫

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Provides information on the occurrence and prevalence of ribbon tapeworms in fishes in Alberta. Includes information on their significance, transmission cycle, distribution, importance for wildlife management, public significance, and prevention and control measures that can be taken. One in a series of fact sheets on common parasites and diseases of fishes and wildlife in Alberta.

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Parasites in dogs : tapeworms

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Tapeworms are parasites that require a host and live in the digestive tract of all groups of vertebrates. Dogs harbour several different tapeworms in their intestines. Depending on the species of... More ≫

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Tapeworms are parasites that require a host and live in the digestive tract of all groups of vertebrates. Dogs harbour several different tapeworms in their intestines. Depending on the species of tapeworm, the adult stage can range in length from a few millimetres to 20 metres. The larval stages of the tapeworms develop in various intermediate hosts and are the source of infection to dogs.

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Fish tapeworm in man

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Many parasites infect fish, but only a few such as the broad tapeworm, Diphyllobothrium spp., occasionally infect man. The larval stage of these parasites develops in fish while the adults develop... More ≫

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Many parasites infect fish, but only a few such as the broad tapeworm, Diphyllobothrium spp., occasionally infect man. The larval stage of these parasites develops in fish while the adults develop in various fish-eating mammals, marine mammals or fish-eating birds. The best known species in this group, D. latum, is the longest tapeworm in man, reaching a length of 10 meters. This parasite is found worldwide and is common in countries where raw or undercooked fish is eaten.

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Tapeworms (cysticercosis) in swine

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Cysticercosis is an infection caused by the pork tapeworm, Taenia solium. This parasite is found worldwide and is common in countries where raw or undercooked pork is eaten. Although incidences of... More ≫

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Cysticercosis is an infection caused by the pork tapeworm, Taenia solium. This parasite is found worldwide and is common in countries where raw or undercooked pork is eaten. Although incidences of infection are extremely rare in Canadian and American swine herds, over 1,000 human cases of cysticercosis are reported annually in the United States. Many of these human cases result after travel outside Canada and the United States.

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Hydatid (cystic) disease in Alberta's game-farmed elk

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The tapeworm Echinococcus granulosus occurs worldwide, and it is a major concern to many livestock raising countries. The larval stage of this tapeworm is referred to as a hydatid and is a serious... More ≫

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The tapeworm Echinococcus granulosus occurs worldwide, and it is a major concern to many livestock raising countries. The larval stage of this tapeworm is referred to as a hydatid and is a serious problem for both livestock economics and public health.

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Rabbit blisters (taenia pisiformis) in Alberta

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Provides information on the occurrence and prevalence of rabbit blisters in Alberta. Includes information on its significance, transmission cycle, distribution, importance for wildlife management,... More ≫

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Provides information on the occurrence and prevalence of rabbit blisters in Alberta. Includes information on its significance, transmission cycle, distribution, importance for wildlife management, public significance, and prevention and control measures that can be taken. One in a series of fact sheets on common parasites and diseases of fishes and wildlife in Alberta.

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Hydatid tapeworm (echinococcus cervi) in Alberta

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Provides information on the occurrence and prevalence of hydatid tapeworm in Alberta. Includes information on its significance, transmission cycle, distribution, importance for wildlife... More ≫

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Provides information on the occurrence and prevalence of hydatid tapeworm in Alberta. Includes information on its significance, transmission cycle, distribution, importance for wildlife management, public significance, and prevention and control measures that can be taken. One in a series of fact sheets on common parasites and diseases of fishes and wildlife in Alberta.

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Triaenophorous tapeworm (triaenophorous crassus) in Alberta

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Provides information on the occurrence and prevalence of triaenophorous tapeworm in Alberta. Includes information on its significance, transmission cycle, distribution, importance for wildlife... More ≫

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Provides information on the occurrence and prevalence of triaenophorous tapeworm in Alberta. Includes information on its significance, transmission cycle, distribution, importance for wildlife management, public significance, and prevention and control measures that can be taken. One in a series of fact sheets on common parasites and diseases of fishes and wildlife in Alberta.

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Moose measles (taenia krabbei) in Alberta

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Provides information on the occurrence and prevalence of moose measles in Alberta. Includes information on its significance, transmission cycle, distribution, importance for wildlife management,... More ≫

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Provides information on the occurrence and prevalence of moose measles in Alberta. Includes information on its significance, transmission cycle, distribution, importance for wildlife management, public significance, and prevention and control measures that can be taken. One in a series of fact sheets on common parasites and diseases of fishes and wildlife in Alberta.

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