First Human Case of Swine-Flu-Like Strain Detected in UK; Infection Source Still Unknown

MEDICINE & HEALTH 11.27.2023 23:11 PM

The first human case of A(H1N2)v flu strain, which is largely similar to swine flu, has been confirmed. Read to learn more.

Unusual Syphilis Cluster Emerges in Michigan as Five Women Contract Eye Infections From Common Online Acquaintance

11.24.2023 03:13 AM

Unprecedented eye syphilis cluster in Michigan women tied to one sexual partner sparks concerns about a potential new syphilis variant. Continue reading for more details.

Novel Implant Kills 87% of Staph Infection-Causing Bacteria, Paving the Way for Safer Common Surgeries

11.21.2023 07:50 AM

Check out this advanced implant incorporating 10% tantalum and 3% copper through 3D printing, effectively eliminating 87% of staph infection-causing bacteria, fostering healing.

How Many Microbes Can Spark Illness in Humans? Understanding the Complex Journey Pathogens Face To Make Us Sick

11.20.2023 08:52 AM

Contracting a pathogen doesn't guarantee illness. Check out this article to explore the "infectious dose" needed for microbes to cause sickness in humans. 

Evidence For 'Long Cold' Syndrome Discovered in New Study, Suggesting That the Chronic Condition Really Exists

10.15.2023 01:05 AM

Some of long cold's most common symptoms include stomach pain, diarrhea, and coughing. Read to learn more.

Pink Eye Cases Surge in Asia Epidemic; What Exactly Is This Condition?

10.05.2023 22:05 PM

Hundreds of thousands in Vietnam, Pakistan, and India have gotten infected with the viral pink eye. Read to learn more.

Are Paper Tissues Better Than Handkerchiefs? An Analysis of Infection Prevention and Environmental Impact

10.02.2023 07:12 AM

In the ongoing debate over whether handkerchiefs or paper tissues are more effective during the pandemic, the question lingers: which one truly prevails? Find out the answer in this article.

Warning: Woman's Life Altered by Bacterial Infection from Undercooked Tilapia, Resulting in Quadruple Amputation

09.19.2023 06:05 AM

An online fundraising campaign reports that the woman from California became a quadruple amputee after a bacterial infection from eating undercooked fish, prompting a warning about this dangerous bacteria. Continue reading to learn more details.

Is Eating Boogers Good For You? How Does It Affect Your Immune System?

09.13.2023 03:53 AM

Some think that eating boogers is good for the body, but is this really the case? Read to find out. Some have been suggesting that nose picking and eating booger could boost the immune system, but is this really true? Mucophagy: Nose Picking and Eating Boogers Mucus, or boogers, traps germs and dust before reaching the lungs.

How Can People Get Brain Worms? Here Are 4 Ways To Prevent Parasitic Infection

08.30.2023 10:34 AM

A parasitic infection can occur globally, but finding brain worms like the case in Australia is rare. Read this article to learn more.

Unusual Bacterium From Stray Cat Bite Leads to Unprecedented Infection in UK Man

08.07.2023 09:18 AM

A 48-year-old man in the UK contracted a unique bacterium after being bitten by a stray cat, leading to severe hand swelling and extensive infection. Continue reading to learn more.

Wild Bats Coming Out From Roosts Are Infected With Rabies; More Are Expected in the Summer Season

08.04.2023 05:38 AM

Health authorities in Los Angeles County have reported that seven wild bats tested positive for rabies this summer, leading all the counties in the state in rabies infection. Learn more about it in this article.

What Is Sepsis? Here Are the Symptoms, Risks, and Other Facts of This Life-Threatening Response to Infection

07.27.2023 09:28 AM

Millions of American adults develop sepsis and hundreds of thousands die each year. Check out this article to learn more about this deadly condition that damages the body's organs.

Syphilis Surges Among Women in Houston: 128% Increase and Alarming Rise in Congenital Cases Spark Concerns

07.22.2023 00:52 AM

Houston Health Department reports a 128% surge in syphilis among women and a nine-fold rise in congenital cases, with symptom confusion concerns. Continue reading to learn more details.

17,000 Times Dirtier Than a Toilet Seat? Unwashed Pillowcases Can Harbor as Many as 3 Million Bacteria in Just a Week, Experiment Reveals

06.28.2023 02:33 AM

Dermatologists recommend individuals to wash or clean their pillowcases twice a week. Read to know the reason why.

Malaria Resurfaces in the US After 20 Years: Local Transmission Cases Detected in Florida and Texas Raise Concerns

06.26.2023 08:58 AM

Recent cases of locally transmitted malaria in Florida and Texas raise concerns about the resurgence of the disease in the US after 20 years. Read the article to learn more about this story.

9,000 Marine Animals Died From the Bird Flu Outbreak in Chile; Human Infections Also Detected

05.26.2023 15:04 PM

Thousands of sea lions, penguins, otters, and small cetaceans washed up ashore in Chile due to the bird flu outbreak. Read the article to learn more about what happened to these marine animals.

Vaccination of Koalas During Antibiotic Therapy Shows Positive Response Towards Chlamydia Treatment

05.10.2023 07:30 AM

Experts address the health threat against koalas due to chlamydia by giving single-shot vaccine during antibiotic treatment. Learn more about it in this article.

Nose-Picking Linked to Higher Chances of Developing Alzheimer's Disease, Study Reveals

04.24.2023 08:01 AM

New research reveals that nose-picking can potentially facilitate the entry of pathogens through the damaged nasal mucosa, leading to the development of amyloid beta plaques associated with Alzheimer's disease. Read the article to learn more details.

Sugar-craving animal? Iguana Bites 3-year-old Girl and Runs Off With Her Cake, Leaving Toddler With Bacterial Infection

04.04.2023 00:01 AM

During a family holiday, an iguana bit the hand of a little girl and ran off with her cake, leaving the little girl with a bacterial infection. Read to learn more.

Novel COVID-19 Vaccine Combats Infection, Protects Against Coronavirus-Induced Brain Damage

01.11.2023 21:13 PM

A novel COVID-19 vaccine has been seen to not just protect against infection but also completely prevent coronavirus-induced brain damage. Read to know more about this vaccine.