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Flesh-eating bacteria infections are on the rise in the US − a microbiologist explains how to protect yourself

Flesh-eating bacteria sounds like the premise of a bad horror movie, but it’s a growing – and potentially fatal – threat to people.

The Conversation

A Roman solution to Raac’s ruin – is self-healing concrete the answer?

After recent building failures, researchers are looking to ancient materials for inspiration in creating more durable materials that repair themselves

The Guardian - UK

More than half of Scottish beaches plagued by sewage - see which areas here

MORE than half of Scotland’s most popular beaches for wild swimming have been polluted with unsafe levels of sewage this summer, with one tourist…

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Brazilian fruits can impact gut bacteria and fight chronic diseases

Non-communicable chronic diseases (NCDs) are a big cause of death worldwide. The mix of bacteria in our gut (intestinal microbiota) can change and play a role in NCDs.

The Times of India

Bibby Stockholm receives all clear on legionella ahead of reopening to asylum seekers

The latest legionella results on board the barge came back as ‘satisfactory’

The Independent UK

Four things you need to know about your vagina vulva

When it comes to female anatomy, there’s still a lot that many of us don’t know. A 2019 survey from YouGov found that half of those questioned didn’t know where the vagina was on a diagram of a woman’s genitalia.

The Conversation

Bibby Stockholm gets ‘satisfactory’ test results for legionella

Results revealed in FoI data follow other tests that found unsatisfactory levels of the bacteria on barge

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Lyme disease: The pathogen's cunning strategies for persistent infection offer clues for vaccine development

Lyme disease is the leading vector-borne disease — meaning diseases that are transmitted to humans from another organism like a tick or mosquito — in North America and Europe.

The Conversation

Health officials cast doubt on report of woman who had limbs amputated after bacterial infection from tilapia

No recent cases of Vibrio infections have been reported, per Santa Clara County

The Independent UK

Poo of endangered species ‘could help fight against diabetic ulcers’

University researchers have found faeces from animals including lemurs and Guinea baboons could save the NHS an estimated £1 billion a year by treating foot ulcers

The Independent UK

Composition of the gut microbiome is linked to depression

Depression and the gut system seem to be remotely connected, but factually they are not. The gut microbiome has an impact on mental health and several studies have worked on this. There are trillions of bacteria in our gut system and several of these are directly linked to depression.

The Times of India

Best probiotics to take for IBS symptoms, according to experts

Nurture your ‘good’ gut microbiome

Evening Standard

Bibby Stockholm: Government has done ‘very well’ on migrants barge project, insists Braverman

The floating accommodation has been out of use since August after people were evacuated following the discovery of Legionella bacteria

The Independent UK

Braverman insists Government has done ‘really well’ on Bibby Stockholm barge

The floating accommodation has been out of use since August after people were evacuated following the discovery of Legionella bacteria.

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What are Brucella canis symptoms and how can disease spread from dogs to humans?

Three Britons have contracted Brucella canis, a bacterial infection found in dogs that can cause meningitis in humans

The Conversation

Polycystic ovary syndrome and gut health: what you need to know

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects around 8% to 13% of women during their reproductive years. Symptoms include irregular menstrual cycles, acne, excessive facial hair growth, voice changes, ovarian cysts and challenges in conception. It can also increase your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes and heart disease.

The Independent UK

How often should you wash your pyjamas?

Laundry experts give us the lowdown on PJ hygiene. By Sam Wylie-Harris.

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"Flesh eating bacteria" hides in oysters

The oysters are more likely to be infected thanks to warmer waters as a result of global warming

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How Many Days Per Year Do Americans Clean And Sanitize Their Homes?

Seven in 10 devote an entire day to cleaning a specific room in their home.

The Independent UK

Six healthy recipes that both you and your gut will love

Dr Joan Ransley shares six recipes that showcase how easy and delicious it can be to cook to support digestive health

The Hindu

Cats are killing India’s birds. Are we paying attention?

Birds in India are facing poor conditions due to many factors, including cats. Studies have found cats to be the "single greatest source of anthropogenic mortality" for birds and mammals in the US. Ecologist Monica Kaushik has studied cats' hunting habits in Dehradun and found pet cats hunt birds the…

The Conversation

Resistance to antibiotics in northern Nigeria: what bacteria are prevalent, and which drugs work against them

Antimicrobial resistance – the ability of microorganisms to resist drugs that have been developed to control them – is a severe problem in African countries. The continent has the highest global burden of antimicrobial-resistant infections, with 114.8 deaths per 100,000 people.

Chicago Sun-Times

What do probiotics do? Who might benefit from taking them?

Probiotics are microorganisms intended to have health benefits when consumed or applied to the body. They can be found in foods, supplements and beauty products.

The Conversation

Koalas need their booster shots too. Here's a way to beat chlamydia with just 1 capture and less trauma

Chlamydia is a major threat to koala populations across Australia. This bacterial disease infects between 20% and 90% of individuals in koala populations. It’s a major cause of the rapid decline of many wild populations, particularly in South-East Queensland and northern New South Wales.

The Independent UK

‘Fried rice syndrome’: Dietitians warn against eating food left out at room temperature

‘If something is supposed to be refrigerated and it reaches above 40F degrees, bacteria can start to grow,’ dietician warns

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