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Germs: Understand and protect against bacteria, viruses and infections
Understanding infection vs. disease
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Infectious agents: From bacteria to worms
Bacteria
Viruses
Fungi
Protozoans
Helminths
Understanding infection versus disease
Warding off germs and infection
When to seek medical care
Content
Infectious agents: From bacteria to worms
Bacteria
Viruses
Fungi
Protozoans
Helminths
Understanding infection versus disease
Warding off germs and infection
When to seek medical care
Helminths
Helminths are among the larger parasites. The word helminth comes from the Greek word for worm. If these parasites or their eggs enter the body, they settle in the intestinal tract, lungs, liver, skin or brain. There, they live off the body's nutrients. Helminths include tapeworms and roundworms.
