Tapeworm in Brain Found To Be Culprit of Man's Severe Migraines; Eating Undercooked Bacon, Not Washing Hands Properly Could Be To Blame For Infection

Medicine & Technology Apr 25, 2024

The man's worsening severe migraines turned out to be due to tapeworms in his brain. Read to learn more.

COVID-19 Prevention: Is Cleaning Indoor Air Effective in Fending Off Virus Spread?

May 19, 2021

Along with school and business reopening are mask mandates dropped for fully vaccinated people. Now, some people ask how to attract customers and students while still avoiding the spread of infections as a COVID-19 prevention effort.

Why Do We See Bacteria in Sinks? Study Says It’s Because of Handwashing

Apr 21, 2021

Scientists recently found bacteria in sinks are the result of handwashing. Specifically, they discovered that this practice, that has shaped communities of microbes that stay and grow in domestic sinks' plumbing.

COVID-19 and Summer: Tips to Have Fun Under the Sun While Staying Safe Amid the Pandemic

Jul 22, 2020

Do you have plans for this summer? Make sure they are in line with the precautionary measures for COVID-19. Check out these tips to ensure your safety this summer amid the coronavirus pandemic.

You Have Been Using Hand Sanitizer Wrong

Sep 25, 2019

According to the research, hurriedly rubbing on hand sanitizer will not kill the bacteria in one's hands, disproving advertisements from manufacturers.

Washing your hands for 20 seconds can protect you from the flu

Mar 10, 2019

Clean hands can help save lives, and it only takes 20 seconds to help prevent the spread of disease-causing bacteria.

Wound Cleaning: Saline Solution Does A Better Job Than Standard Soap And Water

Dec 17, 2015

Saline water irrigation is better before surgery because it is a cost-saving method for poor countries where fractures are prevalent.

Antibacterial Formulas Not A Better Abstergent Than Regular Suds -- Study

Sep 20, 2015

Contrary to advertisements, study revealed that antimicrobial suds are no better in killing germs compared with plain, regular soaps.