The microbiome in the vagina has received less attention than its cousin in the gut – but a well-balanced vaginal microbiome ...

Bloating, discomfort and digestive issues are all too common. However, when these symptoms become persistent, they may point ...

Six people have died and 25 have been hospitalized across 18 states from illness caused by food contaminated with Listeria ...

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) affects 1 in 3 women, causing embarrassment and discomfort. However, according to a recent study, BV occurs in nearly 29% of 14‐ to 49‐year‐old women in the United States, ...

After two recent major recalls for organic walnuts and ground beef found to be potentially contaminated with E. coli, interest in symptoms and prevention for the disease is on the rise. E. coli is ...

Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...

Bacteria that multiply on surfaces are a major headache in health care when they gain a foothold on, for example, implants or ...

A new study in Clinical Microbiology suggests that nearly one in five UTIs in Southern California could trace back to E. coli ...