Are Tattoos Safe? 35% Inks Tested in the US Are Contaminated, Could Be Source of Infection

Medicine & Technology Jul 09, 2024

About 35% of permanent cosmetics and tattoo ink samples contained bacteria, including Staphylococcus, linked to numerous illnesses. Continue reading to learn more.

Why Lace Underwear Are Not Recommended?

Apr 30, 2024

Lace underwear is non-breathable and can trap heat and moisture, which may lead to infection. Continue reading to learn more.

Why Lace Underwear Are Not Recommended?

Apr 30, 2024

Lace underwear is non-breathable and can trap heat and moisture, which may lead to infection. Continue reading to learn more.

Chlorhexidine-Coated Polymer Effectively Kills Bacteria in Plastic Devices; Provides Key in Addressing Hospital-Acquired Infections

May 12, 2023

A group of researchers developed a type of coating material made from chlorhexidine disinfectant and antiseptic which was proven to kill pathogens that cause hospital-acquired infections. Read the article to find out more.

New Drug That Might Prevent Clostridioides Difficile Infections in Development [Study]

Mar 27, 2023

Scientists discovered a compound that could potentially prevent Clostridioides difficile infections. Read for more details.

Viral TikTok Video About Drinking Raw Potato Juice To Treat Strep Throat Is Dangerous, Doctors Warn

Mar 03, 2023

Doctors discourage the public from drinking raw potato juice to treat strep throat infections as it can be dangerous. Read the article for the details.

Naegleria Fowleri: Rare Brain-Eating Amoeba Infected 154 Individuals, Spreading Further Midwest

Nov 25, 2022

Naegleria fowleri, the brain-eating amoeba, has spread its virus throughout the midwest region. Learn more about this news here!

Next Science Conducts Clinical Trial for New No-Rinse Antimicrobial Solution

Sep 06, 2021

Medical device developer Next Science has conducted a clinical trial in the US for XPERIENCE, its new no-rinse antimicrobial solution to prevent surgical site infections.

Anti-Terrorism Expert Warns Everyone to Never Swim in a Las Vegas Pool: What Does Science Say?

May 30, 2020

CBRN expert Dan Kaszeta explains why he knows certain things so that we don't have to, including why people should never go into a Las Vegas swimming pool.

Hospital Infections Rampant And It’s Not What You Think

Jul 16, 2019

Medical devices are often seen as the source of the infection, but people always ask how patients develop hospital-acquired pneumonia.

Ear Infections Can Be Detected Through A Smartphone App

May 16, 2019

Ear infections are often the most overlooked, especially when it is the kids suffering from them. Parents who are looking at them don’t know if there is any infection at all.

Vancomycin, The Popular Antibiotic Acquires New Modified Version To Prevent Antibiotic Resistance To Fight Infection

May 30, 2017

Researchers have recently discovered the modified version of the vancomycin to prevent the antibiotic resistance in treating the infection.

Sushi Gone Wrong: Parasitic Worm Called ‘Anisakis’ Discovered In Portuguese Man’s Stomach

May 13, 2017

After eating sushi, the stomach of a man from Portugal was discovered to have a parasitic worm sticking onto it.

Malaria Vaccine To Be Piloted In Ghana, Kenya and Malawi; WHO Aims To Wipe Deadly Disease By 2040

Apr 24, 2017

The first pilot testing of the malaria vaccine of Ghana, Kenya, and Malawi will start in 2018.

Bacteria to the Rescue! New Treatments for a Deadly Common Infection

May 06, 2015

In the latest bout of germ warfare, doctors are trying new techniques to combat recurring infections of Clostridium difficile, a pesky bacterium that causes symptoms ranging from diarrhea to death.