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Why a whooping cough outbreak hit one of Italy’s most vaccinated regions

The researchers said that while most children were vaccinated, delays in getting booster jabs caused their immunity to wane, allowing the bacteria that causes pertussis to take root.

Euronews

Think Your Drinking Water Is Clean? Why You Need to Clean Your Water and Ice Dispenser Now

Fridge water and ice dispensers can harbor bacteria, mold, and mineral buildup without regular maintenance. Here's how to properly clean them.

Tom’s Guide

Breakthrough hailed as ‘crucial’ UTI drug gets green light for NHS use

A UTI is a bladder infection, usually caused by bacteria like E.coli, and they are much more common in women

The Independent UK

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Medicines regulator approves first new antibiotic for UTIs in almost 30 years

Gepotidacin, also known as Blujepa, can be used by women in the UK who suffer recurring infections, the MHRA said.

The Independent UK

I asked a plumber how to keep mold out of your washing machine — follow these 3 steps

Nobody wants a stinky washing machine, but keeping it fresh and bacteria-free can be easier than you might think. A plumber recommends these 3 daily steps to keep it clean.

Tom’s Guide

I was horrified to learn this is one of the dirtiest items in my house, but an ‘awesome’ $12 cleaning duo helps me quickly and fully sanitize it with ease

Reusable bottles are popular, good for the planet, and filthy, apparently

Homes & Gardens

Decoding the Skin-Brain Axis: How Dermatology and Neuroscience Are Converging

The microbiome’s hidden impact on mood

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The best probiotics for women, recommended by health experts

‘Clinical trials have proven that supplements that contain live bacteria can help by reducing symptoms of bacterial vaginosis and thrush,’ says Dr Megan Rossi

The Independent UK

What’s the Shelf Life of Vacuum-Sealed Staples Really?

Vacuum sealing has become a popular food preservation method for savvy home cooks and emergency preppers alike. By removing all the oxygen from a package, a vacuum sealer dramatically slows down the process of spoilage from mold, mildew, and bacteria. This can extend the shelf life of pantry staples far…

Grocery Coupon Guide

What is Vibrio vulnificus? Symptoms explained as beachgoers warned about flesh-eating bacteria

Beachgoers are being warned about a surge in infections from the bacteria found in coastal waters

The Independent UK

6 Unexpected Things You’re Doing in the Shower That Make Odor Stick Around

There’s nothing like stepping out of a shower feeling squeaky clean, only to notice later that freshness didn’t last as long as it should have. It’s frustrating, confusing, and a little gross—especially when you’re convinced you scrubbed like a pro.

Everybody Loves Your Money

Tesco issues urgent recall over product carrying bacteria which can cause severe infections

Shoppers who have purchased the Kind & Pure Facial Cleansing Wipes have been advised to return the product to a store

Evening Standard

AI has produced 2 new antibiotics to kill ‘superbugs’. It’s promising – but we shouldn’t get too excited yet

Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have used artificial intelligence (AI) to design two new antibiotics effective against antibiotic-resistant bacteria, or “superbugs”.

The Conversation

Tesco urges customers to return facial wipes posing ‘serious’ risk

The supermarket is recalling its popular cleansing wipes after a harmful bacteria was detected during testing

The Independent UK

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7 Daily Shower Mistakes That Secretly Make Your Body Odor Worse

You shower every day, use quality soap, and apply deodorant diligently, yet you still find yourself battling unpleasant body odor by midday. It’s a frustrating and often embarrassing problem, and the cause might be hiding in plain sight: your shower routine itself. While a daily shower is a cornerstone of…

The Independent UK

Harmful levels of bacteria found in England’s most famous lake

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The Independent UK

Warning issued after tests reveal ‘really concerning’ pollution in Windermere

The citizen science testing, which took place from June 2022 to November 2024, aimed to address concerns about water quality

Evening Standard

Citizen science water tests reveal ‘really concerning’ pollution in Windermere

Campaigners are calling for decisive action to improve water quality in England’s largest lake.

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The Guardian - UK

Most of Windermere polluted with sewage bacteria, finds biggest survey of its kind

Exclusive: Concentrations of faecal bacteria in the lake were found to peak in summer but there were high levels throughout year

TechRadar

A gentle reminder to clean your earbuds and headphones: study reveals they may carry 10x more bacteria than a toilet seat

Your go-to buds or cans for a musical (or informative) commute may be harboring more nasties than you think…

The Independent UK

Expert reveals the danger of pink soap scum – and how to get rid of it

There are some simple things you can do to reduce the presence of these microorganisms in your home

The Conversation

Why is the soap scum in my bathroom pink? Is it mould? And can it make me sick?

How long has it been since you last cleaned your bathroom? If it’s been longer than you planned, you might see a build up of scum, slime or mould around your taps, between the tiles and on the edges of the bath or shower floor.

Clever Dude

10 Shower Habits That Are Making You Smell Worse

Most people think a shower automatically makes them smell fresh, but bad habits in their routine can have the opposite effect. From skipping crucial steps to using the wrong products, these mistakes can trap odors instead of washing them away. It’s not just about being clean—it’s about knowing how to…

The Independent UK

What is MRSA? Symptoms and how to avoid deadly infection after rise in UK cases

The Independent takes a look at what MRSA is, what the symptoms are, and how to get treated for it

The Independent UK

Florida mom ‘lucky to be alive’ after miscarrying due to raw milk consumption, she says in lawsuit

Rachel Maddox launches lawsuit after alleging that she and her toddler became badly ill after coming into contact with bacteria traced back to New Smyrna Beach business by state health officials

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