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What type of parasites are common in the western united states?
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Ameba: Amebic parasites are one. These are especially found in fresh water lakes in areas that are stagnant.
Answered 8/4/2012
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Parasites: Giardia, amoebas, cryptosporidium, hookworms, flukes.
Answered 9/13/2013
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