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Scientists Explore Hookworm Therapy for Medical Treatment

Scientists are investigating the potential of hookworm therapy, suggesting that swallowing certain parasites could one day be used to secrete medicine and improve human health.

18 Jun, 01:14 — 18 Jun, 01:14
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The WeekMostly Factual5d ago

Hookworm therapy: parasites that could secrete medicine

Scientists think swallowing worms could – one day – make us better

By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK

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