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earther.gizmodo.comworld1 day ago
Sexually transmitted shigella cases rising in study data
A study found sexually transmitted cases of the bacterial gut infection shigella are increasing. Officials described the trend as a distinct public health threat.
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video.foxbusiness.comworld4 days ago
Kao USA recalls two Oribe shampoos over bacterial contamination
Kao USA announced a voluntary recall of two sizes of Oribe Serene Scalp Densifying Shampoo after testing found Pluralibacter gergoviae bacteria. The products were manufactured between February 21 and February 26, 2026, and sold in the United States and Canada.
app.buzzsumo.comworld13 days ago
Mouse Study Finds Scratching an Itch Increases Swelling but Reduces Bacteria on Infected Skin
University of Pittsburgh researchers used irritant application and restraint collars on mice to demonstrate how scratching increases swelling through a substance P pathway. The findings explain the itch-scratch cycle while noting limited germ protection from the behavior.
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Science Newsscience14 days ago
Giant Isopods Carry Bacterial Gene That Aids Long Starvation Survival
A study published June 5 in Cell shows that deep-sea isopods of the genus Bathynomus acquired the ND1 gene from bacteria more than 16 million years ago. The gene appears to lower cellular energy use and raised starvation survival by 37 percent in engineered fish tested in cold co…
news.sky.compolitics19 days ago
Health Officials Issue Beach Advisories in Several States After Bacteria Tests
Public health officials in New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Iowa, and Washington have restricted access at dozens of beaches after tests showed elevated bacteria and algae.
The Independentscience23 days ago
Scientists Find Oldest Known Plague Evidence in Siberian Remains
Researchers identified plague bacteria DNA in teeth from ancient hunter-gatherers near Siberia's Lake Baikal. The discovery dates the disease back approximately 5,500 years, earlier than previous records.
thehindubusinessline.comscience26 days ago
Deep-Sea Supergiant Isopods Survive Years Without Food via Bacterial Gene
@Nature reported that supergiant isopods reach 50 centimetres and endure long fasts thanks to a metabolism gene acquired from bacteria. The findings appear in a 2026 Cell study.
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kpbs.orgscience28 days ago
California to award $46 million in grants for Tijuana River cleanup
State officials will distribute voter-approved bond funds to projects that reduce sewage, bacteria and trash entering the river at the California-Mexico border. The grants come from a 2024 measure and target communities most affected by the pollution.
ibtimes.co.ukscience32 days ago
Nature Study Finds In Vivo and In Vitro Commensal Metabolomes Produce Distinct GPCR Activation Profiles
Researchers screened 100 bacterial strains in germ-free mice and culture, finding distinct GPCR activation patterns between in vivo and in vitro metabolomes.
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USA Todayworld33 days ago
Target Recalls Up & Up Baby Wipes Over Bacterial Contamination Risk
Target is voluntarily recalling multiple sizes of its Up & Up Fragrance-Free and Fresh Cucumber Scented baby wipes after FDA testing found Burkholderia bacteria. The company cited customer complaints about discoloration and possible irritation or infection.
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rte.iescience33 days ago
Australia Records Largest Diphtheria Outbreak in Decades, Concentrated in Remote Indigenous Communities
The bacterial disease is spreading through remote Indigenous communities. Health clinics in affected areas report shortages of basic supplies.
nippon.comworld37 days ago
United Nations Calls for Investigation Into Death of Imprisoned Indigenous Leader in Nicaragua
The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights urged Nicaragua to conduct an impartial probe into the death of an imprisoned Indigenous leader. The government reported the 73-year-old died from a bacterial infection after COVID-19 complications.
science38 days ago
Doctors Report Rise in Vaccine-Preventable Illnesses Among Children
Physicians across the United States are treating more children for whooping cough, bacterial infections, and rotavirus. National data show increases for some diseases while others remain limited to local observations.
foxnews.comworld39 days agoUpdated
Nicaraguan Indigenous Leader Brooklyn Rivera, Convicted of Terrorism, Dies in Prison at 73
Brooklyn Rivera, a Miskito leader detained since September 2023, died after the government reported a bacterial infection linked to COVID-19. Human rights groups condemned the death and lack of prior information to family and lawyers.
popularmechanics.comscience40 days ago
Study Finds Millions of Bacteria Live Inside Pennsylvania Fog Droplets
Researchers sampled radiation fog from 32 events over two years and found bacteria actively consuming pollutants. The concentration of bacteria in fog matches levels found in the ocean.
Newsweekscience46 days ago
Utah Mother Describes Son's Neonatal Meningitis Recovery
Ashley Morin reported that her son Nolan developed bacterial meningitis at seven days old. Doctors initially advised withdrawing care after scans showed brain abscesses. Nolan survived, received a shunt, and now approaches his third birthday with managed epilepsy.
foxnews.comscience46 days ago
Jersey Beaches Show High Bacteria After Heavy Rain
Weekly seawater tests at four Jersey sites found unacceptable bacteria levels. Officials linked the results to runoff after rainfall on 17 and 18 May and scheduled re-sampling.
nypost.comworld48 days ago
Study Tests Supplement Against BPA Effects on Rodent Sperm
Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University exposed rodents to BPA and tested whether a heat-treated bacterial supplement improved sperm movement. The study found reduced oxidative stress markers after eight weeks of exposure plus supplement treatment.
radio.foxnews.comscience49 days ago
Podcast Discusses Parallels Between Human Immune Systems and Bacterial Defenses
Senior International Correspondent Richard Stone examined similarities between human immune responses and bacterial antiviral mechanisms. The discussion highlighted how these overlaps may support new research tools in molecular biology and immunology.
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naturalnews.comscience50 days ago
Study Links Coffee Polyphenols to Gut Bacteria and Mood Changes
A trial of 62 adults found both caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee improved mood and cognitive scores. Changes in gut bacteria and polyphenol metabolites tracked with the observed effects.
Science Newsscience51 days ago
Water Quality Tests Help Assess Summer Swimming Risks
Public reports on bacteria levels in lakes, rivers and oceans can help swimmers gauge health risks. Scientists use indicator pathogens to detect fecal contamination in recreational waters.
Los Angeles Timesworld51 days ago
Santa Monica Pier Area Named Among California's Dirtiest Beaches for Tenth Year
Heal the Bay's annual Beach Report Card ranked the Santa Monica Pier area among the state's dirtiest beaches for the tenth consecutive year. The nonprofit and the city of Santa Monica have formed a task force to investigate the source of elevated bacteria levels.
New York Postworld51 days ago
Report Grades New York City Long Island Sound Beaches for 2025 Water Quality
Eight of eleven New York City beaches along the Long Island Sound received D or F grades in a 2025 water-quality survey. Three private clubs in the Bronx recorded the lowest scores after repeated tests detected elevated bacteria levels.
techjuice.pkscience52 days ago
Researchers Develop Implantable Materials With Engineered Bacteria for Drug Delivery
Scientists created implantable living materials that use contained engineered bacteria to release therapeutics on their own. The approach addresses a key challenge in using microbes for medical treatments.
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The Independentscience52 days ago
Molasses-Derived Spray Reduces Odor Compounds in Dogs' Saliva
Researchers tested a polyphenol extract from sugarcane molasses on ten dogs with bad breath. The spray lowered levels of odor-causing compounds and bacteria after daily use for 30 days.
ndtv.comscience52 days ago
Researchers Develop Antibacterial Nanofiber Membranes for Water Filtration
Scientists created electrospun polyacrylonitrile membranes loaded with green-synthesized silver, zinc oxide, and copper oxide nanoparticles. The composites showed improved mechanical strength and antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli, supporting potential use in drinkin…
nypost.comworld53 days ago
Long Island Oyster Growers Face Sales Concerns After Bacteria Report
Oyster growers on Long Island are dealing with negative publicity after an April report linked vibrio vulnificus bacteria to local waters. The warning came after growers already lost about one-third of their crop to winter damage.
finance.yahoo.comscience57 days ago
AI Used to Replace Isoleucine in Dozens of Ribosomal Proteins in E. coli
Researchers used artificial intelligence to propose alternatives to the amino acid isoleucine in dozens of bacterial ribosome proteins. The work brings scientists closer to creating an organism that functions with fewer than 20 amino acids. Hundreds of amino acid types exist on E…
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app.buzzsumo.comscience58 days ago
Engineered E. coli Produce 4.2 g/L of Sunscreen Compound Gadusol in Lab Tests
Researchers at Jiangnan University inserted zebrafish genes into bacteria to synthesise gadusol, a naturally occurring UV-protective compound found in fish eggs and coral. The process raised output nearly 93-fold to levels that could support commercial development of an eco-frien…
newscientist.comscience59 days ago
Large Oral Microbiome Study Links Specific Bacteria to 44 Metabolic Traits
Researchers analyzed oral swabs from 9431 participants using whole metagenomic sequencing, combining the data with liver scans, glucose monitoring and body composition measures. The study created a statistical atlas tying mouth bacteria and microbial pathways to traits including…
The Independentworld59 days ago
Chinese Scientists Develop Self-Degrading Plastic Material
Researchers incorporated two strains of Bacillus subtilis bacteria into polycaprolactone to create a material that breaks down completely in six days when activated. The bacteria produce complementary enzymes that degrade the polymer into its base building blocks without forming…
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Dermatophilosis Cases Confirmed in European Men Who Have Sex With Men
Researchers in France, Spain and Germany have diagnosed clusters of dermatophilosis, a bacterial skin infection typically seen in livestock, among men who have sex with men with no known animal contact. All reported cases have been mild, presenting as rashes or pustules in areas…
fda.govscience60 days ago
Spring & Mulberry expands recall of date-sweetened chocolate bars over salmonella concerns
The company has added multiple flavors and lot codes to an existing recall after identifying a single lot of date ingredient as the likely source of potential salmonella contamination. All recalled products tested negative for the bacteria and no illnesses have been reported. The…
video.foxbusiness.comworld65 days ago
Utz Recalls Specific Zapp's and Dirty Brand Potato Chips Over Salmonella Risk
Utz is voluntarily recalling nine varieties of Zapp's and Dirty brand potato chips sold nationwide. The action follows notification that a seasoning ingredient may contain salmonella bacteria. No illnesses have been reported in connection with the products.
Nbc Newsworld66 days ago
a2 Milk Company Recalls Three Batches of Infant Formula Over Toxin Contamination
The a2 Milk Company has voluntarily recalled three batches of its a2 Platinum Premium USA infant formula due to the presence of cereulide, a toxin produced by certain bacteria. The affected products were sold online and in stores, with no reported illnesses. Consumers are advised…
New Scientistscience70 days agoUpdated
J. Craig Venter, Genomics Innovator, Dies at 79
J. Craig Venter, who led efforts to sequence the human genome and created the first synthetic bacterial cell, died on April 29, 2026. He founded key research institutes and advanced DNA sequencing methods. His work sparked both innovation and controversy in biology.
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Science Newsscience79 days ago
Studies Show Heat and Drought Increase Antibiotic Resistance Genes in Soil Bacteria
Two new studies indicate that rising temperatures and drought conditions driven by climate change may enhance antibiotic resistance among soil microbes. Researchers observed higher resistance genes in warmed grassland soils and concentrated antibiotics in drier environments. Thes…
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Two 2025 Deaths from Vibrio Bacteria Tied to Oysters in Louisiana and Florida
Officials reported two deaths in 2025 tied to flesh-eating bacteria from eating oysters in Louisiana and Florida. Grist detailed rising Vibrio infections amid warming oceans, with scientists tracking the bacteria's spread. Research highlights climate change as a key factor in inc…
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Los Angeles County Issues Water Contact Warning for Beaches Due to Recent Rain Runoff
The Los Angeles County Public Health Department has warned beachgoers to avoid all contact with ocean and bay waters due to potential bacteria from street runoff following recent rains. The advisory remains in effect until 8 a.m. Tuesday and could be extended if more rain occurs.…
thehindu.comscience89 days ago
Escherichia coli Bacteria Spin Microscopic Pucks Without Physical Contact
Researchers have observed Escherichia coli bacteria rotating small pucks using only the motion of their cell bodies and tails. The bacteria maintain a distance from the pucks during this interaction. This finding provides new insights into bacterial locomotion and potential appli…
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UK NHS Plans Second MenB Vaccine Dose Following Kent Meningitis Outbreak
The UK's National Health Service will offer a second dose of the MenB vaccine to thousands of people potentially exposed during a meningitis outbreak in Kent. The vaccinations target university students and school pupils in the affected area. This measure aims to provide addition…
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Flooding on Hawaii's North Shore Raises Concerns Over Pesticide and Bacterial Contamination in Agricultural Areas
Severe flooding from late February to March on Hawaii's North Shore has led to contamination worries among residents and farmers, particularly regarding pesticides from upstream agriculture and bacteria in mud and water. State officials report that heavy rainfall likely diluted a…
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Common Drinking Habit Linked to Increased Risk of Advanced Liver Condition
A common drinking pattern may raise the risk of advanced liver disease. Fox News Health reported on this and other health topics this week, including bacterial disease prevention and vaccine effects on Alzheimer's. The coverage includes factors for stroke risk and links between s…
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Dentists Advise Including Tongue Cleaning in Daily Oral Hygiene Routines
Dentists from institutions such as NYC Health + Hospitals and the Mayo Clinic recommend cleaning the tongue twice daily as part of oral hygiene to remove biofilm and reduce bacteria. This practice targets bacteria on the tongue's surface, which differs from dental biofilm and may…
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Researchers in Sudbury Test Bacteria-Based Technology to Extract Minerals from Mine Tailings
A pilot facility in Sudbury, Ontario, operated by MIRARCO Mining Innovation, is testing bioleaching to recover critical minerals like nickel, cobalt, and copper from mine waste. The 10,000-square-foot facility opened last May after years of development. Bioleaching is used at abo…
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Study Suggests Antibacterial Products May Contribute to Antimicrobial Resistance
A viewpoint study published in Environmental Science & Technology indicates that biocides in household products, such as quaternary ammonium compounds and chloroxylenol, may promote antimicrobial resistance. Researchers reviewed existing studies and found these chemicals can lead…
Euronewsworld94 days ago
Studies Link Gut Microbiome Changes to Brain Aging and Health Indicators
Research from Stanford Medicine and the Arc Institute shows that age-related changes in the gut microbiome influence memory decline in mice through inflammation and vagus nerve signaling. A University of Cambridge study identified a group of gut bacteria, CAG-170, more common in…
Usa Todayscience96 days ago
Recent Hib Bacterial Disease Cases Reported in U.S.
Haemophilus influenzae type B, or Hib, once affected about 20,000 children annually in the United States before the vaccine's introduction. Recent cases in unvaccinated children have prompted concerns among doctors, with the CDC reporting fewer than 50 cases per year currently. H…