What Effect does Helminth Infection have on an Adult's Immune System?

Authors

Shanzida Toha, University of Central FloridaFollow

Files

Course Code

HSA

Course Number

4702

Faculty/Instructor

Latarsha Chisholm, Ph.D., M.S.W.

Faculty/Instructor Email

latarsha.chisholm@ucf.edu

About the Author

Hello, I am Shanzida and I would like to thank my professor Chisholm for helping me as to how to write a Health Sciences Research paper. I am very appreciative of all the work for researchers who work in science and have to understand complex data.

Abstract, Summary, or Creative Statement

The research question is, how does the prevalence of helminth infections impact the immune system of adult patients? To clarify this subject: How does the prevalence of helminth infections affect the immune system of adult patients? Specifically, can helminth exposure help individuals reactivate T-cells to improve immunity and mitigate TB while providing preventative benefits for metabolic conditions?

This concept suggests that we could explore helminth-based therapies to treat or even prevent metabolic conditions that are precursors to cardiovascular disease. Such a therapeutic approach could be revolutionary, especially for populations without access to costly medications like insulin or blood pressure drugs. The idea that helminths could help in regulating inflammatory markers, repairing tissue damage, or even bolstering immune responses opens new avenues for medical science and public health interventions.

Keywords

helminth infection, symbiotic relationships, metabolic conditions, diabetes, immune system

Recommended Citation

Toha, Shanzida, "What Effect does Helminth Infection have on an Adult's Immune System?" (2024). High Impact Practices Student Showcase Fall 2024. 58.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/hip-2024fall/58