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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

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 Guardian - US

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…

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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…

Times Pets

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…

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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.

Latin Times

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.

LiveScience

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 Conversation

‘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

The Guardian - UK

‘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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Living With Others May Reshape Your Gut Microbiome Through Daily Contact

Living with others may reshape your gut microbiome through daily contact, shared habits, and microbial exchange that supports digestive health.

Medical Daily

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.

Medical Daily

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The Independent UK

Coffee has positive impacts to your gut health — even when it’s decaf

Two-thirds of Americans drink coffee every day

The Conversation

What a ‘post-antibiotic era’ could mean for modern medicine

Antibiotics are one of the greatest breakthroughs in medical history. They turned once-deadly infections into treatable illnesses and made modern healthcare possible. But bacteria are changing, and some of the drugs we have depended on for decades are becoming less effective.

Medical Daily

Hidden Gut Virus Inside a Common Bacterium May Double Colon Cancer Risk and Could Become a Future Stool-Based Screening Marker

Discover how the gut virome, bacteriophages, and Bacteroides may double colorectal cancer risk and emerge as powerful stool biomarkers for non-invasive early detection.

The Conversation

Ending malaria in Africa: 5 essential reads on gains and challenges

Malaria, a life-threatening disease spread to humans by some types of mosquitoes, is preventable and curable. The World Malaria Report 2025 shows that in 2024, there were an estimated 282 million malaria cases and 610,000 malaria deaths in 80 countries. Africa carries a disproportionately high share of the global malaria…

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How to Keep Your Pet’s Teeth Healthy

Just like humans, pets require proper dental care to stay healthy. Many pet owners overlook oral hygiene, assuming it’s not as important as feeding or grooming. However, dental problems are among the most common health issues in pets. Plaque buildup, bad breath, and gum infections can cause pain and lead…

Times Pets

Functional Foods for Pets: Beyond Basic Nutrition

A pet enjoying a nutrient-rich meal designed to support overall health and wellness.

Pet nutrition has evolved far beyond simply filling a bowl with kibble. Today, pet owners are increasingly focusing on functional foods ingredients that not only provide basic nutrition but also deliver additional health benefits. These foods play…

The Conversation

Microplastics have been found to interact with the gut microbiome – here’s what health effects they might have

Through the air we breathe and the food we eat, we can’t help but inhale and ingest tiny bits of plastic every day.

The Independent UK

Monkeys in Gibraltar find way to keep eating tourist junk food without the upset stomach

Researchers think the behaviour is likely to have been learned socially

Evening Standard

Monkeys learn to swallow soil so they can keep eating junk food – research

Scientists believe the dirt also provides bacteria and minerals absent from junk food.

Medical Daily

From Bacteria to Viruses and How Appropriate Use of Antibiotics Can Help Slow Resistance

Learn when infections truly need antibiotics, how bacteria differ from viruses, and why appropriate use matters to protect effectiveness and reduce antibiotic resistance.

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11 Common Things You Touch Daily That Experts Say Could Be Covered in Germs

If you think about how many surfaces your hands come into contact with each day, it’s easy to see how germs can quietly build up in your environment. From the moment you wake up to the time you go to bed, you’re interacting with objects that may not be as…

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