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An expert advised people how to "reduce the bacteria and dirt" in their home

Malawi is facing its worst cholera outbreak in two decades. The outbreak started early in 2022 and has, so far, resulted in over 18,000 cases and the loss of 750 lives. It’s also forced the closure of schools and many businesses. Microbiologist Sam Kariuki, who is the director of Kenya’s…

Bacteria experts have tested how dirty the shoes we wear inside our home are – and it's clear that we should be asking people to take their trainers off before coming in

While it is usually a mild illness, treatment is still advised and you should speak to a GP if you think you or a child may have it

Influential English guitarist Jeff Beck, who rose to fame playing with the Yardbirds and later fronted the Jeff Beck Group, died on January 10 aged 78 after contracting bacterial meningitis.

The rock legend passed this week after contracting the bacterial infection.

Dr Sameer Sanghvi has highlighted the signs that could indicate a poor tummy.

Changes in your skin could mean a problem with your gut, and wider health worries

Queensland doctors are on alert for cases of invasive group A streptococcus disease after several countries report a recent spike.

Antibiotics treat bacterial infections, prevent the spread of disease and reduce serious complications of disease. But misusing antibiotics can lead to drug resistance and strains of superbugs.

Every day we are exposed to a wide array of potentially harmful microorganisms – such as colds, the flu and even COVID. But our immune system – a network of intricate pathways within our body – helps protect us against these microorganisms and other potential diseases. Essentially, it recognises foreign…