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Scientists discovered the biggest bacteria ever, and it’s the size of an eyelash

In a new study, microbiologists report that they discovered the largest bacteria yet, and it's magnificent.

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Largest-known bacterium found in mangrove — and you can see it without a microscope

It looks more like a vermicelli noodle than something out of The Creature from the Black Lagoon and it has an insatiable appetite for sulphur. Meet Thiomargarita magnifica, the largest bacterium that scientists have found.

ABC News

World's biggest bacterium found in Caribbean mangrove swamp

Scientists have discovered the world’s largest bacterium in a Caribbean mangrove swamp

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Think all bacteria are microscopic? Tell that to these centimeter-long monsters

The largest bacteria known to science have been discovered in the Caribbean. They're visible to the naked eye and surprisingly complex.

WEKU

Scientists discover world’s largest bacterium, the size of an eyelash

At about 1cm long, Thiomargarita magnifica is roughly 50 times larger than all other known giant bacteria

The Guardian - UK

NHS hospital failed to disclose babies’ deadly bacteria infections

Exclusive: St Thomas’ hospital in London did not reveal that four premature babies – one of whom died – were infected

The Guardian - UK

Our current methods of food production are unsustainable – in his latest book, George Monbiot considers the alternatives

In his new book Regenesis, journalist and environmental activist George Monbiot describes problems associated with agriculture now and into the future. He also gives examples of how agriculture can be improved to produce healthy food sustainably. He does this in an engaging manner by combining his own experiences with an…

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Nutritional security is vital in the fight against TB

The government’s support programme for TB patients is insufficient and inadequate

The Hindu

Typhoid-causing bacteria have become increasingly antibiotic resistant – study

Antibiotics can be used to successfully treat typhoid, but their effectiveness is threatened by resistant strains.

The Independent UK

Typhoid-causing bacteria have become increasingly antibiotic resistant - study

Resistant strains have spread to other countries nearly 200 times since 1990

Wales Online

Fitness queen Davina McCall says daughter, 20, is now teaching her new health tricks

Davina McCall - known for Big Brother and more recently the Masked Singer - spoke to Gemma Calvert about gut health, her experience dealing with grief and getting away from it all

Daily Mirror

Beat morning breath with a daily orange - and always brush inside your cheeks

We all wake up with bad breath in the morning sometimes - it's completely normal. But if you suffer from morning breath frequently, here are five easy tips to keep it at bay

Daily Mirror

Drink up! A daily glass of beer found to make a happy, healthy gut

New research says that beer increases healthy gut bacteria and protects against infections. The benefits come from plant compounds found in hops and barley.

The New Daily

Drinking one beer a day is good for your gut health, says new study

Findings suggest that consuming one bottle of beer a day strengthens intestinal bacteria

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Dolly Parton donates another $1M to medical center’s infectious disease research program

Parton’s new gift will support a variety of ongoing research at the at Vanderbilt University Medical Venter, including understanding how viruses and bacteria cause disease.

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Black Death pandemic originated in Kyrgyzstan, ancient DNA from plague victims' teeth suggests

DNA analysis of seven people who died in the 14th century suggests the Black Death may have originated in modern-day Kyrgyzstan.

Daily Record

Grim reason you should never wash dishes with a sponge according to scientist

Sponges can be a breeding ground for bacteria if not properly dried.

Radio France Internationale

French brand recalls yoghurts contaminated with E coli bacteria

Malo yoghurts, manufactured in Brittany in western France and sold throughout France, are being recalled due to the presence of the E Coli bacteria, the government website Rappel conso reported Monday.

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This coffee hack could improve your gut health and make you live longer

A longitudinal study found that moderate consumption of black or lightly sweetened coffee was associated with a lower risk for death.

The Independent UK

Ocean plastic pollution could be source of new antibiotics, study suggests

Scientists say they could isolate five antibiotic-producing bacteria from ocean plastic

Dublin Live

Irish bread product sold in Tesco, Supervalu and Dunnes urgently recalled over bacteria concerns

The batches may contain Listeria monocytogenes, a disease-causing bacteria

ABC News

Polystyrene-eating superworms may help develop new ways to dispose of waste

A snacking superworm that loves to eat polystyrene may hold the key with a bacterial enzyme in its gut to help recycle plastic waste, researchers say.

The Independent UK

Legionella bacteria discovered in Parliament

Showers in Portcullis House were closed as a ‘precautionary measure’ after low levels of the bacteria were detected during routine maintenance.

ABC News

Scientists want to know whether meningococcal B vaccines could protect against gonorrhoea

The vaccine against the B strain is not available to most children and adolescents free of charge but a researcher says new trials could change its cost-effectiveness.

Daily Mirror

Scientist explains why you should never do the washing up with a sponge

A research scientist has claimed that using a sponge to do the washing up could be making your plates worse to eat from - as bacteria build-up makes them filthy

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