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A Complete Guide to Restoring Healthy Gums

Healthy gums are the foundation of a strong, confident smile. While most people focus on their teeth, gum health plays an equally important role in maintaining overall oral hygiene.

inkl · Apr 13

Simple Oral Hygiene Practices That Protect Your Gums

Healthy gums do far more than support your teeth. They play a key role in your overall health, influencing everything from inflammation levels to how your body responds to infection. Many people focus on achieving a bright smile, but strong, disease-free gums are what keep that smile intact over time.…

inkl · Apr 13

How hidden soil fungi ‘steal’ bacterial DNA to control the rain

Tiny organisms on the ground – bacteria and fungi – have a “superpower” that allows them to reach up into the atmosphere and pull down the rain, according to a recent study.

The Conversation · Apr 13

Toxic Mud? Hawaii's North Shore Flooding Likely Diluted Pesticide Risk

Residents on Hawaii's North Shore are dealing with mud and debris after severe flooding and have expressed concerns about potential exposure to toxic farm chemicals from upstream agricultural operations

The Independent UK · Apr 10

Living with friends or a partner may subtly alter your gut bacteria

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The Independent UK · Apr 10

How your housemates could be changing your gut bacteria

The gut microbiome – which consists of bacteria, viruses and fungi – is shaped by our surroundings, including who we live with

The Independent UK · Apr 10

Recent outbreaks highlight the risks of bacterial meningitis – and the need to vaccinate

Outbreaks of bacterial meningococcal disease in England and recent cases in students in New Zealand have raised awareness of this serious and life-threatening disease.

The Conversation · Apr 8

Wildflower once used to treat wounds and sore throats shows promise in fighting dangerous superbugs

Long before we had modern antibiotics to rely on, people often turned to traditional medicines from plants to treat infections.

The Conversation · Apr 8

Your gut, your health, your brain: Why everyone talks about the microbiome

Recent studies not only show the importance of the microbiome but also give clear indicators as to how changes in gut bacteria can signal or influence specific health outcomes.

Euronews · Apr 7

What Is Listeria and What Makes It So Dangerous? The Story Behind the Deadly Bacteria Causing Food Recalls in the UK

Listeria outbreaks raise alarm as bacteria found in chilled food pose serious risks, especially to pregnant women and vulnerable individuals.

International Business Times UK · Apr 7