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Rheumatic heart disease in Indigenous children could be spread by throat bacteria, researchers find

Exclusive: strep A genome sequencing by Australian scientists will likely have implications for prevention and vaccine development

The Guardian - AU

Should I worry about ticks?

Evidence suggests their numbers could be increasing – with bites transmitting viral, bacterial and potentially life-threatening diseases. But there are ways to guard against these attacks

The Guardian - UK

Lollipops may aid in diagnostic procedures for both children, adults: Research

A lollipop may be a pleasant reward for a child who has made it through a visit to the doctor's office, but this sweet delicacy may now make diagnostic testing during a visit less intrusive and more enjoyable. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Evolution is the right of all life forms – even synthetic ones

Researchers led by Jay T. Lennon at Indiana University in Bloomington, U.S., attempted to understand how a synthetic life-form would adapt or evolve over time, especially in situations where the raw materials required to do so could be limited.

The Hindu

These Omega-3 tablets will come without a trace of fish

Consumers want the good oil, not more harm to dwindling fish stocks, which means a new brew of marine and soil bacteria could catch on as a food supplement.

AAP

The curious link between endometriosis and an infectious bacterium

A new study has found a link between the presence of Fusobacterium bacteria and endometriosis, opening the door for researchers to potentially develop non-invasive tests for the condition as well as treat its severity with antibiotics. Endometriosis currently affects one in ten women worldwide and has an average time-to-diagnosis of…

The Hindu

The bacteria and microbes in your gut can affect your body and mental health – engineering them promises new forms of treatment. Podcast

The human body is a complex organism, made up of trillions of cells. But not all of them are human — about half of them are fungi, microbes and bacteria. Scientists are starting to understand how and why these communities — referred to as microbiomes — are crucial to the…

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Fermented food is a staple in west Africa: 5 ways to make sure it's safe for eating

A typical west African menu is not complete without a fermented food or drink. These are foods that have been transformed by natural processes involving “friendly” microorganisms like bacteria or yeast. The microorganisms break down the sugars and other substances in the food, which changes the taste and texture, and…

The Conversation

Mucus-loving gut bug could be key for controlling cholesterol, lab study finds

A study conducted in lab dishes and mice finds that mucus-eating bacteria found in the human gut could be key for controlling cholesterol.

LiveScience

Strep throat can easily be confused with throat infections caused by viruses – here are a few ways to know the difference

“My sore throats, you know, are always worse than anybody’s.”

The Conversation

Pregnant women in dark about deadly bug you have to get a private test for

Other countries like United States, Canada, Germany, France and Spain routinely test women for the bacteria that can kill babies

Wales Online

AW FUCK NAH: Dude’s Tongue Grows Literal Fur & Turns Green After One Too Many Durries

A man's tongue has resembled The Grinch after turning green and spouting fur after smoking ciggies.

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Man's tongue turned green and hairy due to rare reaction to cigarettes

The man had been on a course of antibiotics when he noticed his tongue start to change in colour and texture before it turned green and hairy in a rare side effect

Daily Mirror

Fuzzy caterpillar has sting 'like being hit with a baseball bat," and now we know why

Scientists have discovered proteins in the caterpillars' venom that fold up "like a little donut" to punch holes in the victim's cells, delivering extremely potent pain signals to the brain.

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Gum disease linked to buildup of Alzheimer's plaque formation: Study

Although most individuals don't associate oral disease with serious health issues, growing evidence suggests that oral bacteria play an important role in systemic disorders such as colon cancer and heart disease. Read further on Dynamite News:

Wales Online

Expert warning over water danger to dogs that can kill in 15 minutes

There are nine symptoms to be aware of, and you should seek help from a vet immediately

Daily Mirror

Cop almost dies three times a month after mystery bacteria found in lung

Conway police officer Michael Dodd was working the Memorial Day weekend when he started to develop a dry cough. He didn't think anything of it until he started to get hot chills

The Conversation

The furry puss caterpillar's venom packs a painful punch. Now new research shows it came from an unlikely source

Did you know venom – a toxic substance injected by one animal into another – has evolved around 100 times?

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Daily Record

People urged to replace mattress immediately as experts issue disgusting warning

Your bed should be an oasis of sleep, but experts say it could be teeming with stomach-churning bacteria.

Newcastle Herald

'Worst state': The illness that never ends

'Many patients are subjected to medical gaslighting.'

Daily Mirror

Urgent warning to replace your mattress IMMEDIATELY after gross discovery

Sleeping on an old one puts us at risk of inhaling gross bacteria and mould, the experts warned - with the results leading to vomiting and diarrhoea, and even more serious problems like pneumonia

Wales Online

Brits issued warning as deadly bacteria and faeces found around popular Spanish island

Brits travelling there have been warned after the alarming discovery

The Hindu

E. coli is one of the most widely studied organisms – and that may be a problem for both science and medicine

Scientists examine bacterial species that physiologically differ from E. coli in hopes of expanding the existing pool of knowledge within microbiology

Inverse

Gene-Swapping Viruses Are Likely Behind Antibiotic Resistance

A new study out of Hong Kong found that viruses in man-made environments interact with neighboring bacteria, sharing genes that help with survival.

Dynamite News

Study reveals widely consumed vegetable oil leads to unhealthy gut

High use of soybean oil has been associated with obesity and diabetes, as well as autism, Alzheimer's disease, anxiety, and depression. Read further on Dynamite News:

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