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Why your laundry could be making you sick and what to do about it

May 8, 2025

Why your laundry could be making you sick and what to do about it

Research finds the home washing of healthcare uniforms may spread superbugs as domestic machines fail to kill harmful bacteria, according to a new study.

Dangerous fungus could spread to parts of US, researchers claim

May 6, 2025

Dangerous fungus could spread to parts of US, researchers claim

Some scientists are raising concerns about Aspergillus, a potentially deadly fungus that could spread across regions of the U.S., Europe, and Asia. This mold flourishes in warm, humid environments.

A common killer bug is endangering Americans: ‘Pandemic in plain sight’

May 2, 2025

A common killer bug is endangering Americans: ‘Pandemic in plain sight’

Streptococcus Group A affects close to 20% of U.S. children, according to Dr. Joshua Osowicki, senior research fellow at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute in Australia.

Invasive Group A strep poses significant threat, doctor warns

May 1, 2025

Invasive Group A strep poses significant threat, doctor warns

Dr. Joshua Osowicki, team leader and senior research fellow at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute in Melbourne, Australia, speaks about the risks of invasive Group A strep and the progress toward a vaccine.

Exposure to toxin increases colorectal cancer risk among younger adults, study finds

April 25, 2025

Exposure to toxin increases colorectal cancer risk among younger adults, study finds

Researchers from University of California San Diego have linked a bacterial toxin called colibactin to the increase in early-onset cases of colorectal cancer.

Pope Francis’ death after respiratory illness: What to know about bilateral pneumonia

April 21, 2025

Pope Francis’ death after respiratory illness: What to know about bilateral pneumonia

Following Pope Francis’ death after struggles with bilateral pneumonia, respiratory doctors are speaking about the respiratory disease, which the Catholic leader has battled since February.

Invasive strep throat strain has more than doubled in US, reports CDC

April 10, 2025

Invasive strep throat strain has more than doubled in US, reports CDC

The CDC marked a major uptick in group A strep cases in 10 U.S. states from 2013 to 2022. Here's what to know about risk of more severe infection and spread.

New class of antibiotics discovered: 'Promising answer'

March 28, 2025

New class of antibiotics discovered: 'Promising answer'

Amid a surge in drug-resistant bacteria, researchers believe they have discovered a new class of antibiotics, three decades since the last one came to market.

Shampoo recalled for bacteria contamination that could cause infection

March 26, 2025

Shampoo recalled for bacteria contamination that could cause infection

A consumer brands manufacturer recalled more than 1,000 units of Tec Italy Totale Shampoo due to potential bacteria contamination, which can cause serious infection and health complications.

Kansas City tuberculosis outbreak is largest in US history

January 28, 2025

Kansas City tuberculosis outbreak is largest in US history

Kansas is experiencing record-high tuberculosis cases in two counties. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment and a TB expert weigh in on the public risk.