Bacterial Infection Stories
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How A 'Flesh-Eating' Bacteria Killed A Man In Four Days
A 'flesh-eating' bacteria killed a man in Maryland earlier this September in just four days. What should you know about Vibrio vulnificus? -
How To Spot and Treat A UTI
Having a UTI isn’t just about feeling a burning sensation when you pee; here are the signs you could have an infection and how you can prevent one. -
Can Science Explain How The Nazis In ‘Raiders Of The Lost Ark’ Died?
Movie deaths are notoriously unrealistic, but what about the Nazis in "Raiders of the Lost Ark," whose faces melted when they opened the Ark of the Covenant? The science-backed possible causes of... -
Viral And Bacterial Infections That Hide And Come Back With A Vengeance
There are a number of viruses and bacteria that can hide for years before causing illness. -
6 Of The Easiest Ways To Spread Germs
There are lots of ways to share your bacteria and illnesses with others, including these common habits. -
The Gross Truth About Bath Towels
The dirty truth behind bath towels and how often you should actually be washing them. -
How Dirty Are Your Hands?
The best way to wash your hands of bacteria is not about what product you use, but the way you use it. -
Cat Scratch Disease Isn't The Only Illness Linked To Feline Pets
From schizophrenia to a miscarriage, owning a cat can increase your risk for a number of health conditions. -
Want To Get Sick Less Often? Try Walking More
Taking more walks may protect people, especially women, from certain bacterial infections, finds recent research. -
When You Should And Shouldn't Take Antibiotics
Medical Daily looks at when you should and shouldn't use antibiotics. -
Cat Scratch Disease Is More Serious Than You Think
Cat scratch disease, an infection that is spread from felines to humans, can cause more serious complications than we previously realized. -
The Scary Reality Of Antibiotic Resistance Captured In A Petri Dish
Harvard scientists use a giant petri dish to show E. coli bacteria learning to resist antibiotics right in front of our eyes.
