The World's Most Successful Parasite

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We delve into the effects of the Toxoplasma Gondii parasite, commonly found in cats, and its potential influence on human behavior. Arguably the world's most prolific parasite infecting more than 25% of the world population - this video explores the latest scientific research about this parasitic organism and it's effects on humans. Parasites are just as deadly as viruses, bacteria and other infections, as Toxoplasmosis demonstrates!
00:00 Introduction
01:11 What is this parasite?
02:26 How has it infected 25% of the world?
04:13 How does it influence our behaviour?
05:58 Effects in Humans
06:42 Traffic Accidents
07:25 Who I Vote For in Politics
08:36 Attraction
10:25 Long Term Effects
11:06 Don't Panic
12:28 Tips for Preventing Infection
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[@CatCognition]

Do you think you're infected and have it?

[@gagmewitherspoon2670]

Id be surprised if i dont, been around cats my whole life. Cant say ive ever had noticable 'symptoms' as described here. Fascinating topic, more research!!

[@CatCognition]

@@gagmewitherspoon2670 You're probably a little bit safer if the cats were indoor vs outdoor cats. Have an upcoming video on some recently researched consequences of owning a cat in childhood though!

[@ahemschmeyer]

I thought we were talking about the IRS

[@BrumbleBush]

Pretty good video, better than I expected.

[@CatCognition]

Gonna print this off and hang it on my wall

[@TheTransporter007]

Toxo leading us straight into WWIII.

[@CatCognition]

At least we'll look slightly more attractive at the end of the world

[@heinrichberger3908]

Does a cure for this parasite exist?

[@CatCognition]

There’s a vaccine for animals but nothing for humans to prevent it. Most people recover fine from infections but there’s some medications to help treat an infection. But no cure per se

[@fishmud3264]

We need more MRNA! Jabs more jabs! :