Under the patronage of the esteemed Dean of the College of Dentistry, Professor Dr. Raghad Abdul Razzaq Mohammed, the College of Dentistry at the University of Baghdad organized a scientific seminar entitled “Toxoplasmosis in Women”. The seminar was delivered by Prof. Dr. Fadia Abdul Mohsen and attended by a number of faculty members.
The seminar aimed to introduce participants to toxoplasmosis, the parasite responsible for the disease, and its health risks, particularly for women.
Key topics discussed included:
- The causative parasite and its life cycle.
- Modes of transmission and main sources of infection.
- Clinical symptoms of the disease.
- Diagnostic methods, prevention strategies, and treatment options.
The seminar concluded with several recommendations:
- Exercise caution when consuming meat outside the home, ensuring its source and proper cooking.
- Take care when raising domestic cats, with attention to hygiene.
- Seek medical testing when symptoms appear and adhere to prescribed treatment.
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