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Scientists invent tool to see how 'healthy' your gut microbiome is — does it work?

A new tool can reveal whether someone has a "healthy" gut microbiome with a simple score — but how does it work?

LiveScience

3 surprising things in your kitchen that are 'dirtier than your toilet'

These common things in your kitchen are actually dirtier than your toilet, according to a cleaning expert.

Tom’s Guide

Wild gorillas in Gabon eat plants with antibacterial abilities against drug-resistant E. coli

Wild gorillas eat the same tree bark used by traditional healers, which can inhibit the growth of E. coli in petri dishes, according to a new study.

LiveScience

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How to clean a dirty stroller in 8 simple steps

Make your little one's stroller sparkle again with our expert-approved guide

Homes & Gardens

Meningococcal: what to know about this potentially deadly disease affecting Australian children

Three children in far north Queensland have recently become unwell with meningococcal disease, a life-threatening infection caused by the bacteria Neisseria meningitidis.

The Conversation

NHS trust admits contaminated feed caused baby’s death after decade of denial

Guy’s and St Thomas’ trust tells inquest highly vulnerable Aviva Otte was given nutritional product containing deadly bacteria

The Guardian - UK

What makes a healthy 'home microbiome' – and how disrupting yours can cause illness, mold and even bad body odor

You might have heard of a gut microbiome, but the delicate balance of fauna and flora applies to the inside of your home, too

Homes & Gardens

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Pathogenic microbes blown vast distances by winds, scientists discover

Living microbes that cause disease in humans and host antibiotic-resistance genes carried 1,200 miles

The Guardian - UK

Unlocking The Full Health Potential Of Probiotics: Beyond Digestive Benefits

Incorporating probiotics into your diet can support not only a healthy gut but also improve respiratory function and cardiovascular health, promoting overall well-being.

Medical Daily

You should always clean your shower head with this cheap pantry item, say professional cleaners

Deep cleaning your shower head with vinegar is the key to shifting limescale and bacteria build-up

Homes & Gardens

Your sink is a sanctuary for dangerous microbes, study shows. How to protect your handwashing station from pathogens

The biofilm found on drains and faucets is a breeding ground for microbes that can cause pneumonia and Legionnaires’ disease, researchers found.

Fortune

Meaco’s new humidifier uses first-of-its-kind technology to prevent bacteria in the home

Meaco launches huge new range of fans and dehumidifiers at IFA 2024

7 ways you can use lemon juice in your laundry routine

Transform your dirty laundry with this common kitchen ingredient that is affordable, sustainable and incredibly effective at keeping your clothes fresh and clean.

Tom’s Guide

How the health of your gut microbiome can affect your skin

The skin is the largest organ of the human body. Not only does it act as the first line of defence against external stressors such as environmental toxins, pathogens and pollutants, our skin can also reveal much about our internal health.

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The Guardian - UK

Specieswatch: No sting in the tail to the pest-munching book scorpion

Hunter of book lice, ants, mites, clothes moths and bed bug larvae recently found to kill antibiotic-resistant bacteria too

Homes & Gardens

Why do my clothes smell sour after washing? And how you can freshen them up again

Musty laundry? One of these seven mistakes could be the cause

Zenger

Arctic Ocean Microbes Offer Potential New Antibiotics Against Viruses‌ ‌

Scientists discover promising antibiotic candidates in actinobacteria, targeting deadly EPEC strain causing severe diarrhea.‌ ‌

LiveScience

Arctic expedition uncovers deep-sea microbes that may harbor the next generation of antibiotics

Analysis of samples from an expedition to the Arctic Ocean suggest that marine microbes could be a promising new source of antibiotics.

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The Independent UK

Plant linked to deadly outbreak broke food safety rules, records show

The Jarratt, Virginia, plant has been linked to the deaths of at least nine people

The Guardian - AU

Unregulated antibiotic use in animal research likely contributes to human drug resistance, study finds

Survey of 95 labs in Australia and New Zealand finds 71% use antimicrobial drugs and in ways that ‘a lot of the time’ could be avoided

The Guardian - UK

Who wins from nature’s genetic bounty? The billions at stake in a global ‘biopiracy’ battle

As multinationals and researchers harvest rare organisms around the world, anger is rising in the global south over the unpaid use of lucrative genetic codes found on their land

LiveScience

For C. diff, antibiotic resistance comes at a cost

Researchers have identified two distinct mechanisms of drug resistance in C. difficile, but its ability to withstand antibiotics comes with downsides for the bacteria.

Homes & Gardens

How often should you replace your mop head? Advice for all mop types – plus tips on what you can do to make yours last longer

We checked with professional cleaners to find out when you need to replace string, microfiber, steam and vacuum-mop heads

The Conversation

Viruses can work where antibiotics don’t – new research tells us more about how they fight bacteria

As the globe faces a rise in antibiotic-resistant bacteria – making traditional antibiotics ineffective – specific viruses could offer a solution.

Tom’s Guide

Study reveals the 3 dirtiest sleep products in a dorm room — plus how to clean them

This time, it isn't just your mattress that's a breeding ground for dorm room bugs.

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