Microbiology
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Red Squirrels Harbor Leprosy-Causing Bacteria
By Stephanie Bucklin published
The cause of mysterious sores that are increasingly seen on red squirrels has been found.
Devil vs. Superbug: Bacteria Succumb to Tasmanian Devil Milk
By Kacey Deamer published
Marsupials, because of their unusual reproductive physiology, have particularly powerful chemicals to help their young develop.
The Surprising Reason Some Foods May Trigger Migraines
By Rachael Rettner published
A new study finds that people with migraines harbor more bacteria in their mouths that have the ability to modify chemicals called nitrates.
New Outbreak in Flint: What is Shigellosis?
By Rachael Rettner published
The city of Flint, Michigan, is seeing a rise in cases of a bacterial illness called Shigellosis, and the ongoing water crisis there may be in part to blame.
How Do Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria Get into the Environment?
By Suzanne Young, Valerie Harwood published
Antibiotic bacteria aren't just found in hospitals or clinics. They – and the genes that confer resistance – are found in the environment, too.
FDA Bans Antibacterial Chemicals in Soaps
By Tia Ghose published
The FDA has banned companies from marketing hand soaps containing 19 antimicrobial ingredients, including triclosan, saying there are questions about the safety of these antibacterial chemicals.
'Zombie' Anthrax Outbreak in Siberia: How Does It Kill?
By Stephanie Pappas published
Melting permafrost has released zombie anthrax from a 75-year-old reindeer carcass in Siberia.
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