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Viruses are in us. And are us. It's ok.

Viruses are in us. They're even part of us. Now researchers want to map the human virome

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Miley Cyrus’ ‘Brutal Infection’ Has Doctors Speculating About Root Cause

"Not a good idea to roll around in public spaces."

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Woolly Mammoth DNA Revives Powerful New Antibiotic to Fight Superbugs

AI and ancient woolly mammoth DNA have led to the discovery of mammuthusin, a powerful new antibiotic that could fight deadly drug-resistant bacteria.

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Does alien life smell like the sea?

It might or might not be the smell of aliens, but dimethyl sulfide — and its funky odor — definitely gets around

Salon

Foodborne Botulism is Rare But Deadly: 6 Symptoms to Look For

While foodborne botulism is rare, its severity cannot be overstated. Caused by a toxin produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria, this illness can lead to paralysis and even death if not promptly treated. The bacteria thrive in low-oxygen environments, such as improperly canned or preserved foods. Recognizing the early signs is…

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This bacteria-busting kitchen storage solution instantly tidied up my small sink area – it's chic and clever

Looking for smart small kitchen storage ideas? We love this clever sink caddy.

Homes & Gardens

A gonorrhoea vaccine will soon be available in the UK – here’s how it works to protect against the STI

A vaccine targeting gonorrhoea will soon be rolled out on the NHS. This will make England and Wales the first two countries in the world to offer such a programme.

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‘All sorts of bacteria’: floods have dumped a year’s worth of landfill on some NSW towns. Where will it go?

Heaps of ruined furniture, broken electricals and sodden, mould-breeding carpet represent the damage and heartbreak from last week’s inundation. The challenge now is what to do with it

The Guardian - AU

"I would rather see less sh*t being pumped into our rivers." As water bosses are fined £123million for pollution failures and questionable pay outs, we look at how AI water monitoring could help wild swimmers stay safer

The new tech is proving successful in helping swimmers assess the risk of getting sick from bacteria-polluted water but campaigners say it isn't enough

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Woman Gets Horrifying 7-Year Infection After Her Boyfriend Farts In Her Face

"New fear unlocked."

Bored Panda

How vitamin B12 deficiency may disrupt pregnant women’s bodies

Despite living in an age of dietary abundance, vitamin B12 deficiency is on the rise.

The Conversation

Why Home Cuticle Care Beats Salon Treatments: Safety and Smarts

The cuticle, that thin layer of skin at the base of your nail, is a key player in keeping your nails healthy by shielding them from bacteria and fungi

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6 Restaurant Chains That Had to Pull a Dish Due to Contamination

Have you ever sat down at your favorite restaurant, excited for a meal, only to hear that a popular dish has been pulled from the menu? It’s more common than you might think. Food contamination scares can hit even the biggest restaurant chains, leading to sudden menu changes and disappointed…

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10 Things You Should NEVER Touch at a Hotel (Even If They Look Clean)

Staying at a hotel is supposed to be a relaxing escape from the daily grind, but have you ever wondered how clean your room is? Even the most sparkling hotel suites can hide some seriously germy secrets. While housekeeping teams do their best, high guest turnover and time constraints mean…

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Evening Standard

Power pairings: the surprising food to eat with chocolate to make it healthier

From what to eat with hummus, to the sweet treat to add to yoghurt, here’s how to boost the health impact of your meals

The Conversation

Daylight can boost the immune system’s ability to fight infections – new study

Ever found yourself out of sync with normal sleep patterns after late nights or working a night shift? It could be you’re experiencing what scientists call social jet lag.

The Conversation

We found a germ that ‘feeds’ on hospital plastic – new study

Plastic pollution is one of the defining environmental challenges of our time – and some of nature’s tiniest organisms may offer a surprising way out.

Euronews

The UK is rolling out a world-first vaccine for gonorrhoea. What about the rest of Europe?

The UK will offer a vaccine originally intended to prevent meningitis, which is caused by a bacteria with a similar genetic profile to the one that causes gonorrhoea.

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International Business Times UK

Farm Shop Milk Recalled Over Killer E. Coli Threat

Farm shop recalls all batches of raw milk due to dangerous bacteria that can cause severe illness, kidney failure, or death.

Space

New species of space-adapted bacteria discovered on China's Tiangong space station

A newly discovered bacterial species aboard China's Tiangong space station may offer insights into how life can survive and potentially thrive in space.

LiveScience

Never-before-seen 'extreme' microbes surrounded NASA robot before it was sent to Mars 18 years ago, new study reveals

DNA analysis has revealed that 26 novel species of "extremophile" bacteria were lurking in a clean room that housed NASA's Phoenix lander before it was launched to Mars in 2007. The hardy microbes might be capable of surviving in space.

The Independent UK

Scientist reveals which is more hygienic – showering in the morning or at night

It’s a question that’s long been the cause of debate: should you shower in the morning or before bed?

The Independent UK

World-first gonorrhoea vaccine programme set to be rolled out

It is hoped the programme will help tackle rising rates of the infection, including cases that are resistant to antibiotics.

The Conversation

The Queensland melioidosis outbreak is still growing. What’s keeping this deadly mud bug active?

The outbreak of the deadly “mud bug” melioidosis in north Queensland has not yet abated since it began at the start of this year.

LiveScience

Unknown strain of bacteria found on China's Tiangong Space Station

Analysis of swabs from China's Tiangong Space Station has revealed a new strain of bacteria sporting new adaptations for surviving outer space.

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