Ahmet Özbilgin

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Özbilgin is an esteemed faculty member at Manisa Celal Bayar University, specializing in Medical Parasitology. He has been vocal about the dangers posed by the Leishmania parasite, which is transmitted by Yakarca flies and leads to serious diseases with a high mortality rate, particularly in warmer climates. His research emphasizes the global health impact of Leishmania, noting that approximately 60,000 deaths occur annually due to related diseases. Özbilgin has also highlighted the role of climate change in expanding the habitats of these disease-carrying flies, underlining the importance of preventive measures and proper diagnosis in managing the health risks associated with this parasite.