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Why Your Kitchen Sink Has More Germs Than Your Toilet (and What to Do About It)

Kitchen sink bacteria like E. coli thrive on food residue and biofilm. Learn how to prevent cross contamination with regular scrubbing, disinfectant, and clean sponges.

Medical Daily

Life 2 meters underground: Scientists discover hidden microbial oasis beneath Chile’s driest desert

Beneath the extremely dry surface of Chile’s Atacama Desert, scientists discovered a functional community of microorganisms that challenges what we thought possible for life. While the ground above remains one of Earth's harshest environments, a ‘hidden oasis’ lies about two meters down, protected from high solar irradiance and complete dryness.…

The Times of India

Hidden Danger: Fusobacterium from Gum Disease Makes Breast Tumors More Aggressive

A growing body of research is revealing a surprising and unsettling connection between oral health and cancer progression. Scientists have found that Fusobacterium breast cancer interactions may influence how aggressively tumors behave. This discovery is raising new questions about how infections in one part of the body can impact disease…

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Probiotics: what are we swallowing?

Standing by the counter at the pharmacist waiting to pick up my prescription, I couldn’t help noticing the prominent display of probiotics on the counter. It was two years ago, and I was reading everything I could find on microbiomes and probiotics – whether in books, journals or in shops…

The Conversation

Scientists find cranberry juice could be used to fight drug-resistant bacteria

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The Independent UK

FDA Alert Brain Tonic Recalled After Botulism Contamination Risk

Protecting your family from dangerous foodborne illnesses requires constant attention to federal health warnings. The government recently issued a severe alert regarding a dietary supplement sold in retail stores and online markets. A popular beverage marketed to improve mental focus is being pulled from shelves due to a serious bacterial…

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FDA Recall Alert Raw Farm Cheese Products Flagged for Possible E coli Risk

Protecting your family from foodborne illness requires paying close attention to federal health and safety alerts. The government recently issued a severe warning regarding a specific brand of artisanal dairy products. A dangerous bacterial outbreak is currently linked to cheese sold at local markets and boutique grocery stores. Consumers must…

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Mediterranean diet may support pregnancy in women undergoing artificial insemination, study finds

A Spanish study finds that the Mediterranean diet favours a more stable and healthy environment in the micro-organisms of women with primary infertility who manage to become pregnant.

Euronews

The mouth-brain link: how healthy gums could help protect against Alzheimer’s disease

Four tips for better oral health—which could mean better brain health too

Fit & Well

Traveler puts towels on hotel floor to avoid walking barefoot. Is she ‘too paranoid?’: ‘Are socks not an option?’

When you’re staying in a hotel room, you hope that housekeeping has done a good job sanitizing between guests.

The Mary Sue

Legionnaires’ disease connected to 5-star Wynn resort in Las Vegas, officials say

Cases of the disease – which kills 1 of 10 who fall ill – have been rising since the early 2000s

The Independent UK

Syphilis cases in expectant mothers have dramatically risen since the pandemic – here’s what’s driving the trend

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacteria Treponema pallidum.

The Conversation

Cute Pets That Can Actually Harm You- What No One Tells You

We are naturally drawn to animals that look small, soft, and friendly. Big eyes, gentle movements, and playful behavior create an instant emotional connection. But what often goes unspoken is that some of the cutest pets carry risks that most owners never fully understand. This is not about fear or…

Times Pets

Warmer temps bring soaring tick populations – here’s how to stay safe from Lyme disease

Spring’s warmer weather lures people outdoors – and into possible contact with ticks that spread Lyme disease.

The Conversation

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The Guardian - US

Wellness culture is trying to sell you products your vagina doesn’t need

There isn’t enough research about the vaginal microbiome. But that doesn’t mean you need ‘feminine probiotics’ that companies are pushing

The Conversation

Bacteriophages: meet the viruses that hunt superbugs

Bacteriophages, or phages, are viruses that infect and kill bacteria. These microscopic predators are found everywhere from soil and water to food and the human gut. Because they attack only specific bacteria, researchers are increasingly exploring them as tools for reducing harmful bacteria in humans and animals without disturbing helpful…

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Nationwide Cantaloupe Recall What Shoppers Need to Know About Salmonella

Food safety is a critical concern for families loading up their grocery carts with fresh produce this spring. Federal health agencies recently issued a severe warning regarding a popular fruit sold at major national supermarkets. A dangerous bacterial outbreak is currently sweeping across the supply chain and causing severe illness…

Times Pets

This “Healthy” Food Might Actually Be Harmful for Your Pet

Every pet owner wants the best for their furry or feathered companion. From choosing premium food to offering fruits and treats, the intention is always good. But what if some of these “healthy” choices are not as safe as they seem? The truth is that animals process food very differently…

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Cross Contamination Is Costing You Hundreds a Year — Many Kitchen Illnesses Start With These 3 Items

Kitchen mistakes rarely announce themselves with flashing lights or loud alarms, yet they quietly drain wallets and disrupt daily life. A single bout of foodborne illness can mean missed work, wasted groceries, and unexpected medical costs that stack up fast. Cross contamination sits at the center of many of these…

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What Happens After 7 Days of Eating a Banana Every Morning

There is something almost deceptively simple about starting your day with a banana. It feels effortless, almost too basic to matter, yet science suggests that even small, consistent habits can quietly reshape how the body functions. What happens when you repeat that habit every morning for seven days is not…

Latin Times

New Toothpaste May Stop Gum Disease Without Killing Good Mouth Bacteria

New toothpaste may stop gum disease while protecting healthy bacteria. Learn how microbiome-friendly oral care could change periodontitis treatment.

LiveScience

Some fungi can influence the weather ‪—‬ and now we know how they do it

Some types of fungi borrowed a gene from ancient bacteria that gave the ability to make ice and trigger rain.

The Conversation

We studied the bacteria on kids’ sports mouthguards. The results were eye-opening

Many young Australians are beginning their winter sports season, gearing up for sports such as football, hockey and rugby. Apart from the training sessions, weekend games and oranges at half-time, these contact sports also involve mouthguards.

The Guardian - UK

‘Astonishing’ discovery could help save children from deadly disfiguring condition

A previously unknown species of bacteria found in noma patients could be key to creating treatments for the neglected tropical disease

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‘20% chance of dying within just 48 hours’: Scientists issue a dire warning to Long Island residents as its waters become deadly

Global warming is exacerbating existing dangers.

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