UK man bitten by cat contracts previously unknown and ‘extensive’ bacterial infection Findings highlight role of cats as reservoirs of ‘as yet undiscovered bacterial species’ The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2023
This Common Throat Infection Can Be Hard To Spot — Here’s What To Look Out For Many people incorrectly assume that all sore throats are due to strep throat. Here's what else a sore throat can be. Inverse · Aug 6, 2023
In TB detection, smear microscopy’s share still holds sway India's TB diagnosis rate is low, with over 40% of 10.6 million people globally who developed TB in 2021 not diagnosed. India, Indonesia, and Philippines account for 67% drop in diagnosis in 2020 due to COVID-19. India has been overly relying on smear microscopy for initial diagnosis, despite WHO guidelines… The Hindu · Aug 5, 2023
In A First, Scientists Induce Cancer Cells To Kill Themselves Researchers use a ‘Trojan horse’ approach to get cancer cells to produce toxic bacteria that destroys them from within. Zenger · Aug 5, 2023
Could an antibiotic taken after unprotected sex prevent STIs? What to know about doxy-PEP. This summer, the CDC is expected to release guidelines for the use of doxy-PEP to prevent STIs. But what is it, and why is everyone talking about it now? LiveScience · Aug 4, 2023
Gut-healthy foods: 12 foods for gut health These gut-healthy foods are easy to add to your diet, perfect for making small changes with big health impacts, as nutritionists explain Woman & Home · Aug 4, 2023
In rare case, man develops 'flesh-eating' bacterial infection on both legs, but 4 days apart "Flesh-eating" bacteria normally spread rapidly throughout the body. In this case, it took four days for the infection to reach both of a man's legs. LiveScience · Aug 3, 2023
Immune cells that fight cancer become exhausted within hours of first encountering tumors – new research A key function of our immune system is to detect and eliminate foreign pathogens such as bacteria and viruses. Immune cells like T cells do this by distinguishing between different types of proteins within cells, which allows them to detect the presence of infection or disease. The Conversation · Aug 3, 2023
Why you should go to sleep at the same time every night, according to experts Can going to sleep every night help prevent 'social jetlag' and improve your gut health? A new study suggests so... Woman & Home · Aug 2, 2023
Irregular sleep linked to harmful gut bacteria, study suggests Multiple links were found between social jet lag, diet quality, diet habits, inflammation, and gut microbiome composition The Independent UK · Aug 2, 2023
Irregular sleep patterns linked to harmful gut bacteria, study suggests The study found find multiple associations between social jet lag – and diet quality, diet habits, inflammation and gut microbiome composition. The Independent UK · Aug 2, 2023
TikTok viewers spark debate over whether or not to wash chicken - so who’s right? ‘Washing chicken is as stupid as washing your bread,’ viewer says The Independent UK · Aug 1, 2023
E.coli infection and symptoms: Surrey adventure farm park closes after outbreak We're used to associating E.coli with the odd bout of food poisoning, but certain strains can be toxic. Evening Standard · Aug 1, 2023
Spanish beaches closed after ‘abnormal’ levels of bacteria detected in water It comes after a number of Spanish beaches were shut due to contamination levels The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2023
The Independent UK · Jul 28, 2023 Experts reveal the most unhygienic things in your kitchen – and how to get them clean Your kitchen could be making you sick
The Conversation · Jul 27, 2023 Your genetic code has lots of 'words' for the same thing – information theory may help explain the redundancies Nearly all life, from bacteria to humans, uses the same genetic code. This code acts as a dictionary, translating genes into the amino acids used to build proteins. The universality of the genetic code indicates a common ancestry among all living organisms and the essential role this code plays in…
The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2023 The most unhygienic things in your kitchen revealed – and how to get them clean Your kitchen could be making you sick. By Imy Brighty-Potts.
LiveScience · Jul 26, 2023 Salmonella outbreak in 4 states linked to ground beef, CDC warns The CDC is working to identify the source of ground beef believed to be responsible for the Salmonella outbreak.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 26, 2023 Honey produced by Australian ant has highly effective antibacterial properties, researchers say Honeypot ant researchers hope to identify compounds that can be used in antimicrobial treatments as western science catches up to Indigenous knowledge
Zenger · Jul 25, 2023 Simple Nasal Swab Test Could Reduce Antibiotic Use In Children With Sinusitis American scientists find that testing for bacteria can determine effectiveness of antibiotics, potentially reducing unnecessary prescriptions.
Evening Standard · Jul 25, 2023 Best probiotics for dogs and why they need them according to a vet Keep your dog smelling sweet and their good bacteria in tip-top condition
The Conversation · Jul 25, 2023 Crohn's disease: bacteria in the mouth may be a cause – here's why Crohn’s disease affects four million people worldwide. The condition causes debilitating symptoms such as chronic fatigue, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, weight loss and malnutrition. Once symptoms develop, Crohn’s is a lifelong condition – and while there are ways to manage symptoms during flare-ups, there’s currently no cure.
Dynamite News · Jul 25, 2023 Research advances understanding of how bacteria benefit plant growth Plants create alliances with bacteria in the soil in which they thrive. Legumes, for example, benefit from a symbiotic relationship with microorganisms that live in nodules in their roots and "fix" nitrogen in the atmosphere to make it available for the legumes' growth. Read further on Dynamite News:
Inverse · Jul 24, 2023 A Common Probiotic Could Boost Brain Health in Older Adults A daily probiotic may help improve mild cognitive impairments in older adults, according to new research presented at the American Society for Nutrition.
Inverse · Jul 22, 2023 Can “Coral Probiotics” Help Solve a Major Planetary Crisis? An Expert Explains Lab experiments suggest that a dose of carefully selected microbes may boost the health of these reef-building creatures and their symbiotic algae