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You are covered in mites – and most of the time that’s completely normal

You are not alone in your own skin. Millions of microscopic creatures live there too.

The Conversation · Feb 17

Head lice invaded the Americas alongside the 1st humans

A genetic analysis of head lice that have evolved in tandem with humans has revealed two distinct groups of lice that merged in the Americas as a result of Asian and European migrations.

LiveScience · Nov 8, 2023

Expert shares grim illnesses dog owners could get if they share bed with beloved pets

Sharing your bed with your dog can increase the chance of them transferring microbes that sit on their skin and can come from licking, faeces or their fur, an expert has warned

Daily Mirror · Apr 29, 2023