# 171 - Worms: if you’re squeamish, you may want to skip this episode

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Published: 2026-02-12T12:00:00+00:00
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Kim Moon is back to discuss worms and other intestinal parasites. In wellness circles they are the cause of almost all your non-descript symptoms. But parasites are a real problem and global warming means these once tropical diseases are coming to a city near you. Become a supporter of our show today either on Patreon or through PayPal! Thank you! http://www.patreon.com/thebodyofevidence/ https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=9QZET78JZWCZE Email us your questions at thebodyofevidence@gmail.com. Editor: Robyn Flynn Theme music: “Fall of the Ocean Queen“ by Joseph Hackl Rod of Asclepius designed by Kamil J. Przybos Chris’ book, Does Coffee Cause Cancer?: https://ecwpress.com/products/does-coffee-cause-cancer Obviously, Chris is not your doctor (probably). This podcast is not medical advice for you; it is what we call information. References: Why Does Everyone Think They Have Parasitic Worms? Soil-transmitted helminth infections The deadliest parasites in the world: 10 terrifying creatures you will want to avoid Neglected tropical diseases -- GLOBAL The Heavy Toll of the Black Belt’s Wastewater Crisis | The New Yorker There was a deal to fix this Alabama community’s raw sewage crisis. Trump tore it up over DEI Chagas disease (also known as American trypanosomiasis) . Chagas disease - PAHO/WHO | Pan American Health Organization Kissing Bug . Dracunculiasis (Guinea-worm disease) Guinea Worm Disease Eradication Program Removing Giardia Cysts from Drinking Water U.S. Drinking-Water Systems Still Haven't Defeated This Nasty Parasite | Scientific American https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c80p81lvx0eo Health warning following rise in Cryptosporidiosis notifications Health officials investigating outbreak linked to raw milk Foodborne illness outbreaks linked to unpasteu…

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