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Pet Dental Care: Why It’s So Important

When it comes to pet care, most owners focus on diet, grooming, and exercise but dental health is often ignored. Just like humans, pets can suffer from plaque buildup, gum infections, and tooth decay. These problems may start small but can quickly escalate into serious health issues if left untreated.…

Times Pets · Apr 2

He knows the pain of Lyme disease better than anyone, but RFK Jr. is about to make a decision that has health experts terrified

Here’s some big news in the fight against Lyme disease: Pfizer just announced its plan to file for regulatory approval of a new Lyme disease vaccine. If it gets the green light, this would be the first vaccine for the tick-borne illness available in over two decades. This new development,…

The Mary Sue · Apr 1

Superbugs on your plate: how antimicrobial resistance spreads through food

From the moment raw ingredients are harvested to when you cook and eat a meal, an invisible process is taking place: the growth of antimicrobial resistance. This happens when microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, and so on) stop responding to antibiotics or disinfectants.

The Conversation · Apr 1

Are Grain Free Dog Foods Really Healthy?

In recent years, grain-free dog food has taken the pet care industry by storm. Promoted as a premium and biologically appropriate diet, many pet owners have switched to grain-free options believing they are healthier for their dogs. The idea stems from the assumption that dogs, like their wolf ancestors, thrive…

Times Pets · Mar 30

New Antibiotic Kills Drug‑Resistant Superbugs — First of Its Kind in Decades

Doctors have been warning patients about the growing threat of “superbugs” for years. These bacteria no longer respond to existing treatments, leaving patients vulnerable to...

Saving Advice · Mar 28

Antibiotics Explained: How They Work, Types, and the Rising Risk of Resistance

Learn how antibiotics work, common types, and antibiotic resistance risks in bacterial infections, plus prevention and proper treatment strategies.

Medical Daily · Mar 28

A gut microbe linked to the Mediterranean diet boosts muscle strength in mice

Researchers are exploring the prospect of using gut bacteria to boost muscle strength, after zeroing in on a microbe that does this in mice

LiveScience · Mar 28

Bacteria, pests and chemicals: The reasons you should wash your new clothes before wearing

A recent study even found lead in children’s clothing

The Independent UK · Mar 28

Is it safe to eat cold leftovers?

There are few things better than a cold slice of pizza for breakfast. But as delicious as scarfing down cold pizza is, there’s also a risk of food poisoning if you aren’t careful.

The Conversation · Mar 27

‘More bacteria than a toilet seat’ — study reveals exactly when we need to wash pillowcases and bed sheets for healthier sleep

'Dirtier than a toilet seat': I found out how quickly bacteria teems on pillowcases and bed sheets and, well, I’m stripping my bed immediately

Tom’s Guide · Mar 27