Toxoplasmosis may have caused vision loss for 10,000 New Zealanders
Friday 16 May 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated In this story University of Otago
Otago University researchers estimate that 40,000 New Zealanders are affected by ocular toxoplasmosis, a parasite infection spread by cats. Approximately 10,000 people may have lost their sight due to the condition. However, a lack of funding is currently hindering efforts to create new treatments.