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toxoplasmosis

An infection caused by the Toxoplasma gondii parasite, often linked to cat feces or contaminated soil.

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Cat litter toxoplasmosis and infection risks

Cat litter toxoplasmosis and infection risks

What toxoplasmosis is and why cat litter gets so much attention Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by the protozoan parasite Toxoplasma gondii. In people, it is often mild or even asymptomatic, which can make exposure easy to miss. The organism matters more in pregnancy because a primary infection can sometimes be transmitted to the fetus, […]

Common safety mistakes during pregnancy

Common safety mistakes during pregnancy

Why safety mistakes happen so easily One of the most frustrating parts of pregnancy is that a choice can look harmless until you learn more about it. A supplement may be marketed as “natural,” a food may seem familiar, and a medicine may have been fine before conception. In pregnancy, though, the margin for error […]