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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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…

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.

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.