Stanford University
Standford: Fascioliasis
For a very complete overview of the sheep liver fluke, this site is worth viewing. Topics range from agents of infection to preventative measures. The site contains a life cycle graphic and links to additional websites.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Parasites and Health: Fascioliasis
This is a detailed overview of the Fascioliasis parasite. The overview includes information about the infectious agent, life cycle, distribution, symptoms and treatment options.
Stanford University
Enterobius Vermicularis
Get the facts on the pinworm parasite. Everything from the history of discovery to public health strategies is available. A life cycle diagram provides a good overview of the problem of disease transmission.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: How Brain Parasites Change Their Host's Behavior
The biggest challenge in a parasite's life is to move from one host to another. Intriguingly, many parasites have evolved the ability to manipulate the behavior of their hosts to improve their own survival- sometimes even by direct brain...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: Roundworms
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] The word "worm" is not very scientific. This informal term describes animals that have long bodies with no arms or legs. Worms with round, non-segmented bodies are...
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Parasites and Health: Ascariasis
For the complete picture of the roundworm Ascariasis, check out this thorough resource. It investigates geographic range, agents of infection, symptoms and treatment options.
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: Roundworm Facts
Characteristics of roundworms, an intestinal parasite, are described, including anatomy, reproduction, habitat, and what happens when a human is infected by them.
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: Roundworm Characteristics
Describes roundworm characteristics, including their classification, habitat, reproduction, infection of humans and pets, and how they are transmitted to other hosts. Includes some examples and the diseases they cause.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Pbs News Hour: The Final Fight Against Guinea Worm Lesson Plan
Former President Jimmy Carter visits Sudan on his campaign to end water-borne guinea worm, a debilitating parasite infection.