Dirt bug could cause crashes, says study

 

Date: 2002-08-12

A Czech research group warns that a common parasite that infects between 30% and 60% of the world's population could cause crashes. The researchers warn that people with the parasitical disease toxoplasmosis were found to be 2-3 times more likely to be in a road accident. Cysts which form in the nerves and muscle tissue could reduce people's ability to concentrate, they say. The parasite Toxoplasmosis gondii is commonly found in nerve and muscle tissue but is thought to be harmless. However, the Czech research team reckon it could reduce people's ability to concentrate.

Dr Ruth Gilbert, a UK Toxoplasmosis expert, warns that the study conclusions should be treated with caution and more study is needed. Read the BBC article

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