The Latest Breaking News from Bacteria

Scientists have discovered bacteria linked to aggressive prostate cancer in work hailed as a potential revolution for the prevention and treatment of the disease, reported The Guardian. Researchers led by the University of East Anglia performed sophisticated genetic analyses on the urine and prostate tissue of more than 600 men…

BALTIMORE — The Back River in Baltimore County is unsafe for drinking, swimming or any human contact, Maryland environmental officials declared Friday amid ongoing concerns about failing systems at the Back River Wastewater Treatment Plant in Dundalk.

52 types of harmful bacteria, including Legionella, Salmonella and Arcobacter were discovered

Workers are beginning to get fed up

Amin Afravi lost 24 kilograms during his years in detention and it's left his body so depleted that he struggles to eat and, despite finally being released, he's too weak to work.

Washington and Colorado are currently the only US states to allow the composting of human remains. They’re getting interest from all over the country as demand soars, end-of-life professionals tell Sheila Flynn

Find out how to clean a mattress so it’s free of dust, allergens and stains, and smells fresh, too

Tips from professional cleaners and sleep experts on making your bedroom spotless for great shut-eye

CRISPR is a versatile tool for editing genomes and has recently been approved as a gene therapy treatment for certain blood disorders.

Here are the steps you can take to protect your dog from nasty dog gum diseases

Suffering from thrush in pregnancy? Doctors share their recommendations for the best treatment for thrush in pregnancy and how to manage symptoms at home