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Arctic expedition uncovers deep-sea microbes that may harbor the next generation of antibiotics

Analysis of samples from an expedition to the Arctic Ocean suggest that marine microbes could be a promising new source of antibiotics.

LiveScience

Plant linked to deadly outbreak broke food safety rules, records show

The Jarratt, Virginia, plant has been linked to the deaths of at least nine people

The Independent UK

Unregulated antibiotic use in animal research likely contributes to human drug resistance, study finds

Survey of 95 labs in Australia and New Zealand finds 71% use antimicrobial drugs and in ways that ‘a lot of the time’ could be avoided

The Guardian - AU

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Who wins from nature’s genetic bounty? The billions at stake in a global ‘biopiracy’ battle

As multinationals and researchers harvest rare organisms around the world, anger is rising in the global south over the unpaid use of lucrative genetic codes found on their land

The Guardian - UK

For C. diff, antibiotic resistance comes at a cost

Researchers have identified two distinct mechanisms of drug resistance in C. difficile, but its ability to withstand antibiotics comes with downsides for the bacteria.

LiveScience

How often should you replace your mop head? Advice for all mop types – plus tips on what you can do to make yours last longer

We checked with professional cleaners to find out when you need to replace string, microfiber, steam and vacuum-mop heads

Homes & Gardens

Viruses can work where antibiotics don’t – new research tells us more about how they fight bacteria

As the globe faces a rise in antibiotic-resistant bacteria – making traditional antibiotics ineffective – specific viruses could offer a solution.

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Study reveals the 3 dirtiest sleep products in a dorm room — plus how to clean them

This time, it isn't just your mattress that's a breeding ground for dorm room bugs.

Tom’s Guide

These are the 6 dirty items you should always wash in hot water for a thorough clean, say experts

Cleaning pros reveal which household items to use a hot water wash on the products they love

Homes & Gardens

Bacteria helping to extract rare metals from old batteries in boost for green tech

Team at University of Edinburgh using microbes to recycle lithium, cobalt and other expensive minerals

The Guardian - UK

Antibiotic resistance makes once-lifesaving drugs useless. Could we reverse it?

Evolutionary biologist Tiffany Taylor explores the work being done to resensitize antibiotic-resistant bacteria to drugs as a strategy to defend ourselves against the growing antibiotic resistance crisis.

LiveScience

What causes a UTI? The most common triggers - and why menopausal women are more likely to get one

What causes a UTI? Women are 30 times more likely to get one and UTIs are most common in menopause. Here, doctors explain why - and the causes to look out for

Woman & Home

The most experimental logo of the year was grown from live bacteria

Graphic design becomes a science experiment in this innovative branding.

Creative Bloq

Evolution: Facts about the processes that shape the diversity of life on Earth

Discover interesting facts about how evolution works, the different patterns that can emerge from evolution, how quickly organisms can evolve, and whether evolution is a random or ordered process

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The Independent UK

High levels of the diarrhoea-causing bacteria were detected in Puerto del Carmen

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Chlamydia may hide in the gut and cause repeated infections

A mini model of the human intestines suggests that chlamydia bacteria can colonize the gut, potentially contributing to recurrent infections.

Homes & Gardens

Is your bathrobe giving you skin irritation? Experts say you probably aren't washing it often enough and advise this surprising frequency

Not washing your bathrobe enough can lead to bacteria build up and shorten it's lifespan

GoodToKnow

Bad breath in pregnancy? Common causes, and 10 dentist-approved tips to deal with it

Do you or someone you know always have bad breath? It affects 2.5 million of us on a daily basis - get top tips on how to get rid of bad breath and prevent it coming back here

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Newcastle Herald

Rapid tests needed to detect viruses or bacteria, amid antibiotics shortage

GPs give antibiotics 'just to be safe', fearing worse-case bugs.

The Conversation

Mosquitoes use gut bacteria to fight the malaria they transmit – scientists are exploring how to use this to end the disease

The months of September to May are an unfortunate season in South Africa: malaria season. The mosquito-borne disease is found in the north-eastern districts of KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga and Limpopo provinces.

Inverse

The Microbiome’s Forgotten Cousin Could Be Key to Solving America’s Gut Issues

Human innards are teeming with viruses that infect bacteria. What are they up to?

Dynamite News

Researches discover about DNA of Lyme Disease bacteria

A group of scientists at the CUNY Graduate Centre has generated a genetic analysis of the bacteria causing Lyme disease. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Times of India

The surprising link between oral health and cardiovascular disease

Cardiovascular disease is a major concern worldwide, with millions affected by heart-related conditions. While many are aware of the traditional risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and smoking, the connection between oral health and heart disease is less commonly discussed. However, maintaining good oral hygiene might have a…

Evening Standard

At-home test can catch cancer and IBS-causing bacteria

Gut ID test provides detailed analysis on contents of the microbiome

LiveScience

CRISPR could be used to treat UTIs, early trial hints

Scientists are testing a "genetically enhanced bacteriophage cocktail" as a treatment for urinary tract infections.

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