The "gut microbiome" has become a popular health term in recent years. It's easy to see why, with an abundance of research ...

With ads everywhere for pro- or pre-biotic foods and supplements, most people are familiar with the gut microbiome-the ...

Scientists link poor oral health to dramatically higher pancreatic cancer risk, emphasizing the importance of regular ...

Bacteria from our toilets, the cold sore virus and thrush-causing yeast can thrive on our toothbrushes. But there are ways to ...

Bacteria and fungi from the wings of bats could play a significant role in saving them from white-nose syndrome (WNS), a fungal disease affecting the skin of wings and muzzle, which has nearly wiped ...

Your shower head and the pipes leading into it are a haven for bacteria and fungi. But some simple tricks can flush them down ...