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"Ever since potatoes emerged . . . growers have battled the threat of soil-borne fungal and bacterial diseases"

Francis Crick Institute scientists identified three cases of Yersinia pestis, the bacteria causing the plague in human remains at two burial sites

Researchers in the US and Canada have reported rediscovering a known compound called abaucin for its antibacterial properties against Acinetobacter baumannii, a notorious pathogenic bacteria known to resist multiple antibiotics, using machine learning.

From excessive hygiene to low-fiber diets, author Theresa MacPhail explores the deep-rooted causes of rising allergy rates in her new book Allergic.

Beaches along South Florida, US, are being filled with Sargassum which is a thick, brown algae that releases a horrific smell as it decays, according to a new study from Florida Atlantic University

A cleaning expert has shared her top tips on how to make sure your duvets and pillows are clean and rid of both stains and bacteria.

Traces of Yersinia pestis bacteria were found in teeth of people buried at bronze age sites in Cumbria and Somerset

Francis Crick Institute scientists identified three cases of Yersinia pestis, the bacteria causing the plague in human remains at two burial sites.

Wirelessly powered smart bandages have been developed by a team of scientists to improve the quality of life for those with non-healing wounds.

Many people see gardening as a relaxing pastime – an easygoing way to spend hours outdoors when the weather’s nice. But as a consultant in emergency medicine, I deal with all manner of medical emergencies and injuries arising from what may appear to be a harmless hobby.

The swab analysis also showed that people’s socks are likely to feature the same bacteria found on cockroaches and their faecal droppings