Medicare headquarters closed after bacteria that cause Legionnaire’s disease found in pipes The Baltimore building shuttered last week and is expected to remain that way for foreseable future. The Independent UK · Jun 13, 2024
How dirty are your carpets and what’s lurking in them? A microbiologist and cleaning experts tell Lisa Salmon carpets are a reservoir of potential infection, and advise on how often they should be cleaned. The Independent UK · Jun 12, 2024
Best stool softeners to ease mild constipation Products to promote sweet relief Evening Standard · Jun 11, 2024
Summertime can be germy: A microbiologist explains how to avoid getting sick at the barbecue, in the pool or on the trail As flowers bloom and temperatures climb, many are eager to get back outside. But while the Sun may be shining, there is a dark side that can make the great outdoors not so great. The Conversation · Jun 11, 2024
Your Mouthwash Might Actually Be Wreaking Havoc on Your Health Researchers advise that the regular use of alcohol-based mouthwashes should be carefully considered. Inverse · Jun 10, 2024
Best tongue cleaners for improving your oral care Oral care essentials on the tip of your tongue Evening Standard · Jun 10, 2024
Happy belly, happy life: Simple fixes for thriving gut Our guts aren't exactly the brightest subject, but let's face it, it's pretty important. This hidden world of trillions of bacteria plays a huge role in everything from digestion to mood. So how do you keep this internal ecosystem in good health? Here are some simple lifestyle choices to make… The Times of India · Jun 10, 2024
What causes bloating? Experts reveal 8 common triggers and how to stop it quickly Up to 75% of women experience bloating every month for various reasons. Here, the experts reveal what causes bloating - and what you can do about it Woman & Home · Jun 9, 2024
Should you be taking antibiotics in common cold? The answer is surprising Do you pop in antibiotics everytime you feel feverish? You need to stop doing that right away and read this. The Times of India · Jun 9, 2024
Salmonella outbreak tied to cucumbers sickens 162 A company that ships whole cucumbers from Florida has recalled potentially contaminated produce. LiveScience · Jun 7, 2024
E.coli symptoms, causes and how to avoid the infection Brits are ending up in hospital due to an E.coli outbreak - but what do we know about the illness? Evening Standard · Jun 6, 2024
Salmonella outbreak may be linked to recalled cucumbers, CDC says Cucumbers contaminated with salmonella bacteria may have sickened and hospitalized dozens of people in at least 25 states The Independent UK · Jun 5, 2024
Lizzi Jordan hails impact of sport as she targets Paralympic glory in Paris The Paralympic hopeful lost her eyesight after contracting a rare strain of E. coli bacteria at the age of 19. The Independent UK · Jun 5, 2024
Can nose picking increase Alzheimer’s risk? How? Do you mindlessly pick your nose? Well, you need to be careful right now. Picking your nose can be dangerous to your health. The Times of India · Jun 5, 2024
Tom’s Guide · Jun 4, 2024 5 mistakes you didn't know you were making with your kitchen sponge The kitchen sponge has become our go-to cleaning tool, but are you guilty of making these common mistakes?
Homes & Gardens · Jun 3, 2024 Stop your garbage disposal smelling with these 5 simple techniques Discover the most practical ways to prevent your garbage disposal from smelling
LiveScience · Jun 3, 2024 A woman kept getting drunk despite not drinking. Fungi in her gut were brewing their own alcohol. A woman kept mysteriously getting drunk despite not consuming alcohol. Turns out, a rare condition called "auto-brewery syndrome" was to blame.
The Independent UK · Jun 2, 2024 Forget gut health – it’s time to get in tune with your vagina’s microbiome You may have not heard of it yet, but the microbiome has become one of the most talked-about and important subjects in bodily health lately. But experts warn that the answer to maintaining it won’t involve drops or scented vaginal sprays, writes Olivia Petter
The Guardian - AU · Jun 1, 2024 Agony and the urge to pee: the growing evidence giving hope to chronic UTI sufferers An Australian discovery has added weight to a long-held theory about the painful condition – but relief for most patients is still elusive
PetsRadar · May 30, 2024 Why do dog's farts smell so bad? Why do dog's farts smell so bad? We spoke to a vet to find out!
The Independent UK · May 29, 2024 Scientists develop antibiotic that spares healthy gut bacteria Previous research has suggested that common antibiotics can disturb the gut microbiome.
The Independent UK · May 29, 2024 Researchers find a tiny organism has the power to reduce a persistent greenhouse gas in farm fields Thanks to heavy use of nitrogen fertilizer, tiny organisms that flourish in farm fields emit nitrous oxide, a potent greenhouse gas that can warm the planet more than carbon dioxide and stay in the atmosphere for over a century
Homes & Gardens · May 28, 2024 From toothbrushes to towels, you should replace these 7 household items more often than you realize Replacing these items on a semi-regular basis will ensure your home stays clean and hygienic, and that these items remain sanitary for your use
The Guardian - UK · May 24, 2024 Olympic Games’ €1.4bn clean-up aims to get Parisians swimming in the Seine Organisers expect 75% of identified bacterial pollution will be gone by the time the starting gun fires for the open water events
The Guardian - US · May 24, 2024 Don’t sweat it: how to find an effective deodorant From pit stains to Botox and natural formulas, specialists demystify myths and answer questions about the best BO busters