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What the gut microbiome of the world’s oldest person can tell us about ageing

When María Branyas Morera died in 2024 at the age of 117, she left more than memories. She left science a gift: samples of her microbiome.

The Conversation

Scientists create ‘virus cocktail’ to fight superbugs

Researchers have developed a product that uses bacterial viruses, known as ‘bacteriophages’, to combat antimicrobial-resistant bacteria

The Independent UK

Science history: Alexander Fleming wakes up to funny mold in his petri dish, and accidentally discovers the first antibiotic — Sept. 28, 1928

Alexander Fleming was doing experiments with bacteria when he woke up to a strange mold growing in his petri dish. The "mold juice" would usher in the first antibiotic, penicillin, and would revolutionize medical care for bacterial infections.

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Best over-the-counter treatments for cystitis and UTIs

Georgie Darling has your 101 on getting relief, quickly

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As my daughter got sicker and sicker, our quest for answers dragged on. How did we all miss the bacteria taking over her body?

I write about nature, but when Milly got sick with a mystery illness, it never occurred to me that a long-forgotten tick bite could be the cause

The Guardian - UK

Bacteria attached to charcoal could help keep an infamous ‘forever chemical’ out of waterways

Polychlorinated biphenyls, or PCBs, a class of fire-resistant industrial chemicals, were widely used in electrical transformers, oils, paints and even building materials throughout the 20th century. However, once scientists learned PCBs were accumulating in the environment and posed a cancer risk to humans, new PCB production was banned in the…

The Conversation

Man dies from flesh-eating bacteria after wading knee-deep at Virginia beach

A 64-year-old Tampa man died after contracting Vibrio vulnificus at Virginia Beach, where he was on vacation with his wife

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The stinky truth about modern deodorant – and why doctors are worried

LET’S UNPACK THAT: As personal hygiene companies launch all-body sprays and antiperspirants, Ellie Muir explores the bizarre marketing around these products – and why we shouldn’t be too quick to spray our crotches

The Independent UK

'Nightmare bacteria' infections are on the rise in the US

Though the numbers are still small, the rate of US cases jumped more than fivefold in recent years.

Euronews

This supplement improved my IBS symptoms in a week

Not only did my stomach issue ease, but my mental health improved massively

The Independent UK

Health warning issued as drug-resistant ‘nightmare bacteria’ infections continue to rise

It's likely many people are unrecognized carriers of the drug-resistant bacteria, which could lead to community spread

The Independent UK

The common herb that fights bacteria and tames stress

The kitchen staple has beneficial vitamins and properties that can help fight off unwanted infections

The Independent UK

The 5 Most Unhygienic Things You’re Touching at the Grocery Store

A grocery store is a very public space, with thousands of people passing through and touching the same surfaces every single day. While we might be focused on the safety of the food we are buying, we often overlook the germs and bacteria that are lurking on the store’s high-touch…

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Forget soaking your kitchen sponge in bleach or zapping it in the microwave – I’m a professional cleaner and this is the easiest way to thoroughly banish bacteria

The dishwasher is your best bet

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The Guardian - UK

Mouldy plates, burning pans, clouds of vape smoke: how to survive the horrors of the shared kitchen

Whether it’s your first day at uni or your 10th year in a flatshare, there’s no telling what awaits you whenever you enter the communal kitchen. Here’s how to cook and eat with the minimum of squalor – and the maximum of safety

Woman & Home

6 things experts recommend cleaning with lemons, to benefit from the natural anti-bacterial element

If you're looking to keep your cleaning routines chemical-free and low-cost, then lemons are your next best friend

The Independent UK

Skipping this daily habit could triple your risk of pancreatic cancer

Poor oral hygiene has long been linked to a number of diseases – but scientists now have a better understanding of why

The Independent UK

‘I was left unconscious and seriously ill after eating street food and petting cats on remote island’

Typhoid is caused by the bacteria Salmonella typhi, which spreads to people through contaminated food and water

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Best and Worst Produce Sections: Here Are the 3 Cleanest and 3 Most Bacteria-Ridden in Major Chains

You pick fresh produce thinking it’s healthy—but what if the section you trust most is actually risking your safety? Bacterial contamination on fruits and vegetables is a real concern, and not all produce sections are created equal. Knowing which supermarket chains tend to have clean handling practices—and which ones show…

The Independent UK

Louisiana sees increase in flesh-eating bacteria cases

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Louisiana patient dies from flesh-eating bacteria as US sees dozens of cases this year

About one in five people die within a day or two of contracting the bacteria

The Guardian - US

Louisiana reports five deaths from flesh-eating bacterium in coastal waters

Officials say deaths from Vibrio vulnificus exceeding average amid warning over climate-linked case increase

LiveScience

Why does your breath sometimes stink even after brushing your teeth?

You might brush twice a day but still struggle with stinky breath. Why is that?

The Independent UK

Nationwide fish recall issued after health risk uncovered

The products may have been contaminated with disease-causing bacteria

The Guardian - UK

More kissing, less kimchi: seven surprising ways to boost your gut health

From gardening and humming to getting a dog – there’s more to boosting your gut microbiome than Greek yogurt

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