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Essential household items you should replace more often – pro cleaners urge you to keep track of these 7 items to maintain a healthy home

Are you changing them out enough?

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Ganga: The world's only freshwater river with a remarkable 50 times faster elimination of germs

Despite over 60 crore visitors and countless holy dips during Mahakumbh, the Ganga remains completely germ-free. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Urgent cheese warning issued for Irish cheddar sold by Tesco and Spar over deadly bacteria fears

Batches could be contaminated with the potentially killer bacteria listeria

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Could Alzheimer’s begin in your mouth? Research uncovers a potential bacterial trigger

Can you get Alzheimer's disease from a gum infection? While the link may seem far-fetched, a new study has uncovered this lesser-known connection, offering clues to the roots of the neurodegenerative disease.

The Times of India

Why we're still fighting tuberculosis

Slashes in federal funding for disease surveillance could once more make old diseases formidable foes

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These 3 houseplants can improve your microbiome, according to a horticultural therapist, who reveals how indoor plants boost your immunity

The health benefits of nurturing an indoor garden will surprise you

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Doctors Warn These 11 Things Might Happen If You Stop Showering For 3 Days

11 Good Reasons To Shower On The Regular, According To Doctor And Dermatologists. The post Doctors Warn These 11 Things Might Happen If You Stop Showering For 3 Days first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Mahakumbh: Woman detected with severe lung infection, doctor urges to be careful

After reports stating high levels of faecal bacteria in Ganga at Prayagraj went viral, health concerns have increased amidst the ongoing Mahakumbh.

The Times of India

High levels of faecal bacteria found in river Ganges as millions take Kumbh dip

Pollution concerns rise as millions take ritual dips in the Ganges

The Independent UK

Wondering whether you should take probiotics? As a world-leading gut health scientist, you might be surprised by my take

In an MC UK exclusive, we deep dive into the latest research.

Marie Claire

Faecal bacteria in Ganga at Prayagraj: Here's how it can impact human health

The Ganga River holds immense religious importance, attracting millions of devotees who take a holy dip in its waters, especially in the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela. Recent reports from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) have raised alarming concerns about the presence of faecal coliform bacteria in the river at…

The Times of India

Your reusable water bottle may be a breeding ground for strep and fecal bacteria. Here's how to keep it clean

You’d be surprised at what might be growing inside your water bottle.

Fortune

Two die in far north Queensland as health authorities warn of spike in melioidosis

Surge in tropical bacterial infection since beginning of wet season possibly linked to recent heavy rainfall, Cairns doctor says

The Guardian - AU

Lake Victoria is turning green – the deadly bacteria behind it

Lakes, natural and man-made, provide water, food and habitats for wildlife, as well as supporting local economies. Around the world, though, there’s a growing threat to lakes: toxic bacteria which turn the water green.

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Bacteria transferred during intercourse could help identify sexual assault perpetrators, scientists say

Genital microbiome or ‘sexome’ leaves specific signature even when barrier protection is used, which could be traced in absence of DNA material

The Times of India

Is the appendix useless? Modern studies challenge long-standing belief

In our basic biology classes, we were taught about a small organ called the appendix and were told that it is vestigial, meaning it has no function in the body. However, recent studies have challenged this notion, revealing that the appendix is not as useless as once believed.

The Independent UK

Canned tuna sold at Trader Joe's, Costco, H-E-B recalled for botulism risk

Several brands of canned tuna sold at stores including Trader Joe's, Costco and H-E-B have been recalled because they might be contaminated with the type of bacteria that causes botulism

The Times of India

Canned tuna sold in Florida recalled over risk of deadly food poisoning

Several canned tuna products sold at major US retailers, including Walmart, Trader Joe’s, and Costco, have been recalled due to a packaging defect that could lead to contamination with Clostridium botulinum, a potentially deadly bacteria. The products were sold under the Genova, Van Camp's, H-E-B, and Trader Joe’s brands.

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Mirror life is a scientific fantasy leading to a dangerous reality − a synthetic biologist explains how mirror bacteria could conquer life on Earth

Most major biological molecules, including all proteins, DNA and RNA, point in one direction or another. In other words, they are chiral, or handed. Like how your left glove fits only your left hand and your right glove your right hand, chiral molecules can interact only with other molecules of…

The Times of India

The truth about juice cleanses: How they worsen gut health and metabolism, reveals study

Fresh juices have long been categorized as health foods and it's common for people on weight-loss diets or detox plans to consume them, without worrying about any adverse consequences. However, the bad news is that without the fibre part, fruit or vegetable juices can do more harm than good as…

The Conversation

How fast is your gut? The answer to this question is important to your health

Many of us pay attention to the foods we’re putting in our bodies – asking ourselves whether they’re nutritious and healthy for us. But have you ever stopped to ask yourself how fast this food is moving through your gut? The answer to this question is actually really important, as…

LiveScience

Scientists are building an ultimate atlas of the vagina. Here's why.

Scientists are studying the vaginal microbiome in populations all around the world to see how it might differ in different people and in health and disease.

The Times of India

Just 1 simple change in the daily routine can improve brain function

Our daily habits have a great impact on how our brain functions and small changes can make a big difference. One surprising and simple tweak that can improve brain health and cognitive function is improving the health of your mouth—yes, you read that right!

The Guardian - UK

Flies in hospital wards may be spreading drug-resistant bacteria to patients

Scientists in Nigeria found the insects carry infections resistant to last-resort antibiotics, adding to fears about superbugs

The Conversation

Bacteria in your mouth may hold clues to your brain health and dementia risk – new study

Could the bacteria in your mouth predict whether you are at risk of dementia? Emerging research suggests that the bacteria living on your tongue and gums may affect how the brain works and how it changes as we age. In turn, this could affect whether someone ages normally or develops…

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