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par·a·site  [par-uh-sahyt]
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  • For the first time, the parasite that causes malaria has been observed invading the cells of a mosquito's gut.
  • Birds line their nests with parasite-resistant herbs.
  • If approved, it will be the only vaccine ever generally administered against a human parasite.
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