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We've never eradicated a parasite globally. We've knocked out two viruses, smallpox and rinderpest, but genuine parasites are a taller order.
by Fomite 8y ago
We've never eradicated a parasite globally. We've knocked out two viruses, smallpox and rinderpest, but genuine parasites are a taller order.
- dogma1138 8y agoWe’ve eradicated the Guinea worm just recently or have effctively done so at least with no new cases reported.
- Fomite 8y agoI'll admit I'm pessimistic, but I think it's premature to officially call it eradicated, though admittedly, it's close. Though it's also a way easier target than malaria.