High prevalence of Acanthamoeba spp. in agricultural soil of barberry farms: a public health concern in eastern Iran
Acanthamoeba spp. are ubiquitous environmental amoebae and opportunistic pathogens responsible for severe human infections such as keratitis and encephalitis. Their resilient cysts accumulate in soil, creating a reservoir of public health concern, especially in agricultural regions with high human activity. This study...