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Bacteria transferred during intercourse could help identify sexual assault perpetrators, scientists say

Genital microbiome or ‘sexome’ leaves specific signature even when barrier protection is used, which could be traced in absence of DNA material

The Guardian - AU

Canned tuna sold at Trader Joe's, Costco, H-E-B recalled for botulism risk

Several brands of canned tuna sold at stores including Trader Joe's, Costco and H-E-B have been recalled because they might be contaminated with the type of bacteria that causes botulism

The Independent UK

Mirror life is a scientific fantasy leading to a dangerous reality − a synthetic biologist explains how mirror bacteria could conquer life on Earth

Most major biological molecules, including all proteins, DNA and RNA, point in one direction or another. In other words, they are chiral, or handed. Like how your left glove fits only your left hand and your right glove your right hand, chiral molecules can interact only with other molecules of…

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How fast is your gut? The answer to this question is important to your health

Many of us pay attention to the foods we’re putting in our bodies – asking ourselves whether they’re nutritious and healthy for us. But have you ever stopped to ask yourself how fast this food is moving through your gut? The answer to this question is actually really important, as…

The Conversation

Scientists are building an ultimate atlas of the vagina. Here's why.

Scientists are studying the vaginal microbiome in populations all around the world to see how it might differ in different people and in health and disease.

LiveScience

Flies in hospital wards may be spreading drug-resistant bacteria to patients

Scientists in Nigeria found the insects carry infections resistant to last-resort antibiotics, adding to fears about superbugs

The Guardian - UK

Bacteria in your mouth may hold clues to your brain health and dementia risk – new study

Could the bacteria in your mouth predict whether you are at risk of dementia? Emerging research suggests that the bacteria living on your tongue and gums may affect how the brain works and how it changes as we age. In turn, this could affect whether someone ages normally or develops…

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I’ve been drinking kombucha for years and it’s transformed my gut health – here’s how

This fermented probiotic drink has numerous health benefits, says Emilie Lavinia

The Independent UK

What disinfectant can I use in a washing machine? Cleaning experts reveal the product you should avoid at all costs - and to use instead

Disinfecting is key... but only if you use the right product

Ideal Home

Can a Healthy Gut Help You Lose Weight? The Connection Between Gut Microbiome and Fat Loss

In recent years, the gut microbiome—the diverse community of bacteria and other microorganisms living in our digestive system—has emerged as a powerful player in overall health, with significant implications for weight management.

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Your mouth-gut axis is way more important than you think – how poor oral hygiene can impact your health

This one's worth reading.

Marie Claire

Your phone is likely covered in bacteria. Here's how to disinfect it

From fecal bacteria to the flu, your phone could be the dirtiest thing you touch.

Fortune

Bacteria and algae: The future of food?

"Edible microbes face considerable hurdles to going mainstream, however"

Salon

Why we should all try to eat like people in rural Papua New Guinea – new study

Western diets – high in processed foods and low in fibre – are associated with obesity, diabetes and heart disease. These diets don’t only harm our bodies, they also harm our gut microbiomes, the complex community of bacteria, fungi and viruses found in our intestinal tract that are important for…

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Overwhelmed with supplement advice RN? Us too - 6 nutritionists share the only supplements they take

Add these to basket for a wellbeing boost.

LiveScience

Massive tuberculosis outbreak sickens dozens in Kansas

An ongoing tuberculosis outbreak in two Kansas counties has sickened dozens since January 2024.

The Independent UK

UK on alert over rise in drug-resistant bacterial infections in Ukraine

What is helping drive the increase of drug-resistant infections in Ukraine, why should the UK be on alert, and importantly, what can be done about it?

The Conversation

Fermented clothing? Here’s how the biofilm on kombucha can be turned into green textiles

If you’ve ever made kombucha, you will be familiar with the term SCOBY – a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast. It’s impossible to miss – it’s the floating biofilm on top of your delicious drink.

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This air steriliser claims to protect against colds, flus and even COVID-19

EcoAir launches 'world’s first air steriliser'

The Guardian - UK

Bacteria and pesticides found in cannabis sold in Dutch coffee shops

‘Baseline’ contamination study to inform Netherlands trial in which shops will sell drug produced by licensed growers

LiveScience

What is Capnocytophaga? How an innocent dog lick can trigger a fatal infection

Capnocytophaga infections in humans are rare, especially in historically healthy individuals, but when it occurs, the disease can be deadly.

The Conversation

‘Every blast is an open wound’: how the chaos of war breeds deadly superbugs that spread around the world

The war in Gaza will leave its mark in many ways, long after the recently negotiated ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas.

Homes & Gardens

I switched from a toxic plastic chopping board to glass when I got the ick – and cleaning experts urge you to do the same

Plastic chopping boards harbor bacteria, are porous and can shed plastic into food

The Guardian - AU

Fatbergs that closed northern Sydney beaches contained faeces, fresh testing reveals

Northern Beaches mayor hopes environment watchdog can ‘identify source so they can stop this from happening at other beaches’

The Conversation

Oyster ‘blood’ holds promise for combating drug-resistant superbugs: new research

Superbugs that are resistant to existing antibiotics are a growing health problem around the world. Globally, nearly five million people die from antimicrobial resistant infections each year. The annual toll of antimicrobial resistant infections is expected to rise by 70%, with an estimated 40 million deaths between now and 2050.

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