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Your reusable water bottle may be a breeding ground for strep and fecal bacteria. Here's how to keep it clean

You’d be surprised at what might be growing inside your water bottle.

Fortune

Two die in far north Queensland as health authorities warn of spike in melioidosis

Surge in tropical bacterial infection since beginning of wet season possibly linked to recent heavy rainfall, Cairns doctor says

The Guardian - AU

Lake Victoria is turning green – the deadly bacteria behind it

Lakes, natural and man-made, provide water, food and habitats for wildlife, as well as supporting local economies. Around the world, though, there’s a growing threat to lakes: toxic bacteria which turn the water green.

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Bacteria transferred during intercourse could help identify sexual assault perpetrators, scientists say

Genital microbiome or ‘sexome’ leaves specific signature even when barrier protection is used, which could be traced in absence of DNA material

The Guardian - AU

Is the appendix useless? Modern studies challenge long-standing belief

In our basic biology classes, we were taught about a small organ called the appendix and were told that it is vestigial, meaning it has no function in the body. However, recent studies have challenged this notion, revealing that the appendix is not as useless as once believed.

The Times of India

Canned tuna sold at Trader Joe's, Costco, H-E-B recalled for botulism risk

Several brands of canned tuna sold at stores including Trader Joe's, Costco and H-E-B have been recalled because they might be contaminated with the type of bacteria that causes botulism

The Independent UK

Canned tuna sold in Florida recalled over risk of deadly food poisoning

Several canned tuna products sold at major US retailers, including Walmart, Trader Joe’s, and Costco, have been recalled due to a packaging defect that could lead to contamination with Clostridium botulinum, a potentially deadly bacteria. The products were sold under the Genova, Van Camp's, H-E-B, and Trader Joe’s brands.

The Times of India

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Mirror life is a scientific fantasy leading to a dangerous reality − a synthetic biologist explains how mirror bacteria could conquer life on Earth

Most major biological molecules, including all proteins, DNA and RNA, point in one direction or another. In other words, they are chiral, or handed. Like how your left glove fits only your left hand and your right glove your right hand, chiral molecules can interact only with other molecules of…

The Conversation

The truth about juice cleanses: How they worsen gut health and metabolism, reveals study

Fresh juices have long been categorized as health foods and it's common for people on weight-loss diets or detox plans to consume them, without worrying about any adverse consequences. However, the bad news is that without the fibre part, fruit or vegetable juices can do more harm than good as…

The Times of India

How fast is your gut? The answer to this question is important to your health

Many of us pay attention to the foods we’re putting in our bodies – asking ourselves whether they’re nutritious and healthy for us. But have you ever stopped to ask yourself how fast this food is moving through your gut? The answer to this question is actually really important, as…

The Conversation

Scientists are building an ultimate atlas of the vagina. Here's why.

Scientists are studying the vaginal microbiome in populations all around the world to see how it might differ in different people and in health and disease.

LiveScience

Just 1 simple change in the daily routine can improve brain function

Our daily habits have a great impact on how our brain functions and small changes can make a big difference. One surprising and simple tweak that can improve brain health and cognitive function is improving the health of your mouth—yes, you read that right!

The Times of India

Flies in hospital wards may be spreading drug-resistant bacteria to patients

Scientists in Nigeria found the insects carry infections resistant to last-resort antibiotics, adding to fears about superbugs

The Guardian - UK

Bacteria in your mouth may hold clues to your brain health and dementia risk – new study

Could the bacteria in your mouth predict whether you are at risk of dementia? Emerging research suggests that the bacteria living on your tongue and gums may affect how the brain works and how it changes as we age. In turn, this could affect whether someone ages normally or develops…

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A Chemical Engineer’s Guide to Keeping Your Food Safe: Expert Tips from Micaela Calahorrano Moreno

Every time you step into your kitchen, you make choices that affect your health. You might trust big brands to follow strict food safety protocols but are you doing enough at home to prevent contamination?

The Independent UK

I’ve been drinking kombucha for years and it’s transformed my gut health – here’s how

This fermented probiotic drink has numerous health benefits, says Emilie Lavinia

The Times of India

The role of probiotics in cervical cancer prevention: Exploring the impact of vaginal microbiome

Cervical cancer, caused mainly by persistent infection with high-risk strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV), is still a major health concern for women all over the world. Recent research findings indicate that the vaginal microbiome, which are the community of bacteria and microorganisms residing in the vaginal area, could be…

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What disinfectant can I use in a washing machine? Cleaning experts reveal the product you should avoid at all costs - and to use instead

Disinfecting is key... but only if you use the right product

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Can a Healthy Gut Help You Lose Weight? The Connection Between Gut Microbiome and Fat Loss

In recent years, the gut microbiome—the diverse community of bacteria and other microorganisms living in our digestive system—has emerged as a powerful player in overall health, with significant implications for weight management.

Marie Claire

Your mouth-gut axis is way more important than you think – how poor oral hygiene can impact your health

This one's worth reading.

Fortune

Your phone is likely covered in bacteria. Here's how to disinfect it

From fecal bacteria to the flu, your phone could be the dirtiest thing you touch.

Salon

Bacteria and algae: The future of food?

"Edible microbes face considerable hurdles to going mainstream, however"

The Conversation

Why we should all try to eat like people in rural Papua New Guinea – new study

Western diets – high in processed foods and low in fibre – are associated with obesity, diabetes and heart disease. These diets don’t only harm our bodies, they also harm our gut microbiomes, the complex community of bacteria, fungi and viruses found in our intestinal tract that are important for…

Marie Claire

Overwhelmed with supplement advice RN? Us too - 6 nutritionists share the only supplements they take

Add these to basket for a wellbeing boost.

LiveScience

Massive tuberculosis outbreak sickens dozens in Kansas

An ongoing tuberculosis outbreak in two Kansas counties has sickened dozens since January 2024.

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