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Diagnostic dilemma: A woman cleaned her fish tank and ended up in the hospital

A bacterial infection that rarely occurs in the United States hit a woman in Maryland after she cleaned her home aquarium.

LiveScience

The brain microbiome: could understanding it help prevent dementia?

Long thought to be sterile, our brains are now believed to harbour all sorts of micro-organisms, from bacteria to fungi. How big a part do they play in Alzheimer’s and similar diseases?

The Guardian - UK

This High School Science Concept May Be The Key To Massively Advanced Pathogen Detection

Microfluidic electrophoresis could lead to faster, cheaper pathogen detection everywhere.

Inverse

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How bacteria are inspiring the next generation of space-borne lasers

The bacteria could be grown in space, and lend their photosynthesizing talents to supplying power to the hundreds of thousands of satellites in orbit.

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UK ‘on the brink of defeating’ meningitis C

There were just three cases of meningococcal group C – the infection which can lead to meningitis C – last year, the UK Health Security Agency said.

Evening Standard

Japan's priceless asteroid Ryugu sample got 'rapidly colonized' by Earth bacteria

A sample of the asteroid Ryugu returned to Earth by the Hayabusa2 mission was rapidly colonized by terrestrial microorganisms, new research has revealed.

Space

How Routine Cleaning Contributes to a Healthier Living Space

A clean home is more than just visually appealing-it plays a crucial role in creating a healthier living environment. Routine cleaning doesn't only keep spaces organized and inviting; it also reduces allergens, prevents bacteria buildup, and ...

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Tiny laboratories that fit in your hand can rapidly identify pathogens using electricity

When you think of electric fields, you likely think of electricity – the stuff that makes modern life possible by powering everything from household appliances to cellphones. Researchers have been studying the principles of electricity since the 1600s. Benjamin Franklin, famous for his kite experiment, demonstrated that lightning was indeed…

The Conversation

Pseudomonas bacteria found in 459 water outlets of new maternity unit – Dodds

MLAs are debating a motion calling for a full independent inquiry into delays to the completion of the new maternity and children’s hospital projects.

Evening Standard

Record number of English bathing sites classified as having poor water quality

River water quality distinctly worse than that of coastal bathing sites, results from tests for harmful bacteria found

The Guardian - UK

E.coli, a global epidemic? Things we urgently need to know about the bacterial infection

E.coli contamination has been in the news for a few weeks now. Last week, E.coli contamination was linked to organic carrots across multiple states in the US. Prior to that infections linked to onions served at McDonald's locations were recalled.

The Times of India

Why was ground beef recalled in the US over possible E coli contamination?

At least 19 E coli cases have been reported in Minnesota, just weeks after a an outbreak linked to McDonald’s.

Al Jazeera

Asteroid bacteria not aliens after all

A new study of samples from Ryugu found that microorganisms can avoid even stringent contamination controls

Salon

Green spoonworm: The female tentacle monsters that turn males into 'living testicles'

This bright green sea creature contains a toxic pigment that protects it from predators, kills bacteria and determines the sex of larvae, turning males into a "living testacle."

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How to remove tartar build-up in dogs, according to a vet

An expert explains the best way to remove tartar build-up in dogs.

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Bring a taste of the future into every room in your home with TCL TVs, AC, soundbars, fridges and more - TCL has you covered

No matter what you’re doing this festive season, from binging the best movies and shows to sharing special memories with your loved ones, TCL has a high-tech solution for you.

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Plastic-eating mealworms found in Kenya offer hope for waste crisis

Kenyan scientists have discovered that a native mealworm can eat and break down polystyrene – a breakthrough that could help tackle the continent's growing plastic waste crisis.

International Business Times UK

FDA Uncovers Black Mold And Bacteria In Tom's Of Maine Toothpaste Facility, Owned By Colgate-Palmolive

The FDA discovered bacterial contamination and mould in Tom's of Maine toothpaste facility. No recalls have been issued, but the company is addressing the issue.

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The Conversation

Why is it so difficult to make a new antibiotic?

The discovery of antibiotics is one of the greatest medical breakthroughs of the 20th century. Before antibiotics, childbirth, a urinary tract infection, or a simple cut could lead to death from infection.

Salon

Curious history of life-saving viruses

Bacteria-eating viruses called bacteriophages are drawing new interest, Lina Zeldovich writes in her new book

The Conversation

We studied drug-resistant bacteria on hospital surfaces in six countries. This is what we found

Antimicrobial resistance happens when bacteria and other microbes that can cause infections gain the ability to resist treatment by antibiotics or other antimicrobial medicines.

Marie Claire

Drunk Elephant Recalls Three Best-Selling Skincare Products Following an Ingredient Mix-Up

Here's how to know if yours were compromised.

LiveScience

39 sickened, 15 hospitalized in E. coli outbreak linked to organic carrots

U.S. health officials are investigating an outbreak of E. coli tied to now-recalled organic whole bagged carrots and baby carrots from Grimmway Farms.

The Independent UK

Scientists hope salmonella could hold the key to treating bowel cancer

New research on mice pinpointed the mechanism that causes the immune system to be suppressed

The Independent UK

Breakthrough could ‘unleash’ potential of salmonella bowel cancer treatment

Experts have discovered that salmonella has been depleting a key protein which the body’s own immune cells need to function.

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