Double-dipping might seem innocent. However, the science behind it reveals that there could be more harmful germs in your dip ...

A team led by UCL (University College London) and Imperial College London researchers has shown for the first time how ...

The infection rate of one type of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales bacteria has risen by more than 460 percent in recent ...

A new CDC report found a sharp increase in infections caused by a dangerous "nightmare bacteria" resistant to antibiotics.

It’s not new to Louisiana, but the flesh-eating bacteria Vibrio vulnificus is affecting more people than normal.

As flesh-eating bacteria cases rise across the U.S., an Alabama woman is sharing her story of surviving Vibrio and the year-long recovery ahead.

A new study from Virginia Commonwealth University sheds light on harmful bacteria and algae that may be present in small lakes and ponds across Richmond.

Tooth decay is the most common health condition worldwide. While it is preventable and treatable, billions of people are ...

A new study in fruit flies describes how an animal's gut reacts differently to beneficial microbes versus harmful pathogens.

THESE are the signs of a common stomach condition that you could develop after eating food – and when you should seek medical ...

Sometimes, mold on cheese is intentional and can be safe to eat. Other times, it's a sign of cheese that's beyond consumption ...

Nutrition pros share which condiments to ditch after the date and how to store them safely. From mayo and ranch to ketchup ...