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Here’s what your gut microbes can tell you about how you will age!
By studying the gut bacteria of people in their 80s, scientists have found that while some benefici…
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A sudden spike in cases of a rare infection often linked to flesh-eating bacteria is happening in Japan
Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) is rare but deadly. Since there is no vaccine, health exp…
Julia Naftulin
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What to do if you ate a McDonald's Quarter Pounder and feel ill
The fast food giant's Quarter Pounder burgers have been linked to 49 E. coli infections, including …
Serafina Kenny
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What to know about mycoplasma bacteria giving children pneumonia in China, amid a respiratory illness outbreak
Mycoplasma, which can cause walking pneumonia, is among the bugs that Chinese officials say are beh…
Kim Schewitz
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Around 675,000 cans of hypoallergenic infant formula have been recalled over concerns of bacteria contamination
Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition recently agreed to voluntarily recall batches of its hypoallergenic …
Madison Hoff
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Paris 2024 Olympics: What to know about the athletes and sports at the summer games
The 2024 Summer Olympics will kick off in Paris on July 26, and run until August 11. Here's what to…
Samantha Grindell
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What’s the deal with the "Listerine mouthwash causes cancer" claim?
It is sobering when everyday items we trustingly pick off racks at the supermarket turn out to be a…
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Wearables for plants, bacteria eating viruses, and 8 technologies in 2023 that can change the future
The World Economic Forum has announced ten breakthrough technologies set to change the world over t…
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Here is why some clothes are smellier than others after a workout — and what you can do about it
Sweat is mostly water but also contains oily compounds that bacteria love to munch on, creating tho…
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Unveiling the essence of vinegar: A comprehensive guide
Vinegar, a versatile and ancient elixir, transcends its role from mere condiment to a culinary and …
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Bacteria and virus: Differences you need to know
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, diseases caused by bacteria and viruses have been a popular …
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Rare, deadly 'flesh-eating' bacteria is washing up on Florida's beaches. Here's how to stay safe.
Seaweed is washing up on Miami Beach. Scientists say the clumps harbor dangerous bacteria, Vibrio v…
Mia de Graaf
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A 25-year-old almost lost her eye after an itchy contact lens turned out to be an ulcer caused by 'harsh' bacteria
Steph Carrasco needed emergency surgery after a week of 72 daily eye drops didn't heal the ulcer.
Kim Schewitz
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Gut bacteria may explain why more young people are getting colon cancer and how to prevent it
More young people are getting diagnosed with colon cancer. A new study suggests the gut microbiome …
Allana Akhtar
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Clorox recalled 8 Pine-Sol cleaner products because they may contain an infection-causing bacteria. Here's what they are.
Customers who have already bought the recalled products can ask for a refund, the CPSC said.
Matthew Loh
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Ayurvedic medicine is taking the wellness industry by storm. Here's what you need to know about the traditional Indian practice.
French market research firm ReportLinker estimates the global Ayurveda market could grow by $6.81 b…
Allana Akhtar
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Bacteria in your mouth can cause a flesh-eating infection. Don't bite people (without consent).
A man recently contracted a flesh-eating infection after a relative bit his leg. His doctor told In…
Mia de Graaf
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7 amazing benefits you'll experience after switching to a no-sugar diet
No-sugar diet is a dietary approach that involves eliminating added sugars. It primarily focuses on…
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Exploring the safety and benefits of Apple cider vinegar: what you need to know
Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has been touted as a natural remedy for various health concerns, from wei…