The Latest Breaking News from Bacteria

New research has found that gut bacteria can play a key role in the onset and development of obesity, with differences in men and women, which might affect the metabolism of different nutrients and therefore the presence of bioactive molecules in the gut that influence the development of metabolic disease.…

Adults over the age of 60 who have daily contact with children have six times more risk of being colonized with pneumonia-causing bacteria than those without any contact with children.

Doctors believe the man was likely infected with bacteria in the rat's mouth.

Several companies have abandoned commitments to serve antibiotic-free meat, but what does this mean for human health?

Researchers discovered that certain bacteria species called Oscillibacter can consume cholesterol in the gut and lower the risk of heart disease in individuals.

Experts explain why it's healthy to let your children occasionally play in the dirt — and it may not be for the reasons you assume.

"When you reheat leftovers, you must ensure the food is piping hot all the way through. If not, don't eat it"

US public health agency alert warns of 422 cases reported in the country last year, the highest since 2014

Ancient teeth reveal changes in oral microbiomes over 4,000 years, highlighting evolution of bacteria causing tooth decay.

Follow our simple step by step guide to cleaning your mattress with baking soda and avoid the use of any nasty chemicals.

We all keep our sheets, floors and fridges respectable (don’t we?), but how often should we be doing it? From shower heads to keyboards, experts tell the shocking truth