EXCLUSIVE: In the summer we end up wearing our smartwatches all day and night. But swab tests from 7 in 10 of them reveal a ...

For decades, oral health care has mainly focused on preventing cavities and gum disease. However, scientific research has ...

Scientists have discovered that a strain of common faecal bacteria can convert plastic waste into the drug paracetamol, a ...

Certain types of microbes found in the human gut can absorb toxic “forever chemicals” from their surroundings, a study has ...

Before you even think about dumping your suitcase on your bed new research has shown the wheels, base and handle contains a ...

Researchers have found a natural mouthwash that seems to kill off nasty germs while nurturing friendly microbes.

Washing healthcare uniforms at home might seem safe. But new research shows this common practice could actually be helping ...

Common bacteria in mouth can help predict progression of head and neck cancer by Fernanda Bassette, FAPESP edited by Gaby Clark, reviewed by Andrew Zinin Editors' notes ...

The study found that the most common bacteria on car keys was Staphylococcus epidermidis - a bug normally found on the skin but known to cause life-threatening infections in hospital settings ...

Washington State University researchers have discovered how the bacteria that cause anaplasmosis and Lyme disease hijack ...

The rainy season brings a surge in illnesses due to damp conditions and stagnant water, fostering bacteria and mosquitoes.