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What to know about eating raw oysters safely

Oysters that contain Vibrio do not ‘look, smell, or even taste different from any other oyster,’ CDC states

The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2023

Cooking food properly and avoiding salad could cut antibiotic resistance – study

The measures could prevent bacteria-carrying resistance genes from getting into the gut, researchers said.

The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2023

Rare flesh-eating bacteria kill three in New York and Connecticut

Authorities issue warnings about eating raw shellfish and exposure of wounds to salt or brackish water after vibriosis deaths

The Guardian - US · Aug 17, 2023

More than half of life on Earth is found in soil – here's why that's important

A recent study has found that soil is home to 59% of all life on Earth, from an insect feeding on the soil surface to a tiny microbe nestled in a soil pore. This discovery crowns soil as the most biodiverse habitat on the planet.

The Conversation · Aug 16, 2023

What can you do about bad body odor in the backcountry?

Body odor is a natural by-product of having fun in nature, but there are things you can do to minimize offensive smells

Advnture · Aug 16, 2023

DH Lifelabs Sciaire + HEPA Air Purifier review

If you’re after a large and impressive air purifier that performs well at removing bacteria and viruses, the DH Lifelabs Sciaire + HEPA Air Purifier could be perfect for you.

LiveScience · Aug 16, 2023

Two Connecticut deaths linked to bacteria found in raw shellfish

Connecticut's health department says two residents have died this summer from infections linked to a bacteria found in raw shellfish or seawater

The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2023

Study: Bacteria Can Help Trees Survive Drought

Researchers find that bacteria help trees cope with water shortages and in return, benefit from tree root secretions.

Zenger · Aug 15, 2023

Scientists Nailed Down The One Ingredient That Makes Mozzarella Cheese So Delicious

Researchers in Italy analyzed the bacteria composition of two buffalo mozzarella makers in Campania.

Inverse · Aug 15, 2023

Rishi Sunak defends use of Bibby Stockholm despite deadly bacteria find

PRIME Minister Rishi Sunak has defended the UK Government’s decision to accommodate migrants on the Bibby Stockholm barge - despite deadly…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 15, 2023