https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/deadly-parasite-linked-to-cancer-like-tumors-detected-in-the-pacific-northwestContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/deadly-parasite-linked-to-cancer-like-tumors-detected-in-the-pacific-northwesthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/deadly-parasite-linked-to-cancer-like-tumors-detected-in-the-pacific-northwest#u9608Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:07:31 +0000Researchers found the parasite Echinococcus multilocularis in wild animals on the U.S. West Coast. The tapeworm is linked to severe liver disease and cancer-like tumors in humans and pets. Symptoms of the infection can remain hidden for up to 15 years.What's confirmed:The parasite Echinococcus multilocularis was detected in 37% of coyotes tested around Puget Sound.This tapeworm is linked to severe, cancer-like disease and liver disease.The parasite has been detected on the U.S. West Coast for the first time.The infection can stay hidden for up to 15 years.Still unconfirmed:Dogs may unknowingly https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/deadly-parasite-linked-to-cancer-like-tumors-detected-in-the-pacific-northwesthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/deadly-parasite-linked-to-cancer-like-tumors-detected-in-the-pacific-northwest#u7061Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:20:37 +0000Researchers found a dangerous tapeworm in the Pacific Northwest for the first time. The parasite is linked to severe liver disease and cancer-like tumors. It has been detected in Washington coyotes.What's confirmed:A deadly tapeworm has been detected in the Pacific Northwest for the first time.The parasite is linked to severe liver disease and cancer-like tumors.The tapeworm has spread into coyotes in Washington.Still unconfirmed:The tapeworm is found in 1 in 3 coyotes.The parasite is fatal.