Accidental Host: The Story of Rat Lungworm Disease (2022)
From an infant who wound up in the ICU to a surfer who had to relearn to walk and talk after the parasite crept into his nervous system, the documentary gives an eye-opening look into the potentially catastrophic consequences of Rat Lungworm disease shared through several accounts from Hawaiʻi residents on their battles with the parasite.
Director: James W. O’Keeffe
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 53 min
Release Date: November 17, 2022
Screenplay
- Liz Mitchell (Co-Writer)
Music: Cameron Michael Parkes
Editing: Susan Hoskins
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
infection, parasite, neurology, rat lungworm
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Accidental Host: The Story of Rat Lungworm Disease about?
- From an infant who wound up in the ICU to a surfer who had to relearn to walk and talk after the parasite crept into his nervous system, the documentary gives an eye-opening look into the potentially catastrophic consequences of Rat Lungworm disease shared through several accounts from Hawaiʻi residents on their battles with the parasite.
- Who directed Accidental Host: The Story of Rat Lungworm Disease?
- Accidental Host: The Story of Rat Lungworm Disease was directed by James W. O’Keeffe.
- How long is Accidental Host: The Story of Rat Lungworm Disease?
- Accidental Host: The Story of Rat Lungworm Disease has a runtime of 53m (53 minutes).
- What genre is Accidental Host: The Story of Rat Lungworm Disease?
- Accidental Host: The Story of Rat Lungworm Disease is a Documentary film.
- Where was Accidental Host: The Story of Rat Lungworm Disease produced?
- Accidental Host: The Story of Rat Lungworm Disease was produced in United States of America.