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Molecular epidemiology of Toxoplasma gondii in impala (Aepyceros melampus) from the Greater Kruger in South Africa: Detection of the Africa 4 lineage.
PLoS neglected tropical diseases - 1 Jul 2026
de Bruin Madeli, Rabé Shanzelle, Sekujika Okuhle N, Passebosc-Faure Karine, Rougeron Virginie, Bosch Almero D, Dorny Pierre, Villena Isabelle, Hammond-Aryee Kenneth, van Helden Paul, Esser Monika, Mercier Aurélien, Neves Luis, Prugnolle Franck, Morar-Leather Darshana
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BACKGROUND: Toxoplasma gondii is an apicomplexan parasite that causes toxoplasmosis, a widespread zoonotic disease. Despite the clinical significance of this zoonotic parasite, little is known regarding its prevalence in South Africa, particularly in wildlife. Considering the possible presence of the parasite in wildlife species and the popularity of South African game meat, in a 'One Health context', the...
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