Did you use a loofah in the shower this morning? While they can give you a good lather, they can also harbor bacteria.

While every individual reacts differently to certain foods, there are some well-known culprits that are more likely to trigger stomach problems across the board. Recognizing and minimizing these foods ...

Microplastics are a growing concern globally. These tiny pieces of plastic are found in the sea, land, and air. According to the World Economic Forum, they’ve also been detected in the human body. The ...

Surgeons with beards show lower MRSA colonisation rates, challenging assumptions about facial hair and infection risk.

Rinsing produce helps remove dirt, bacteria, pesticides, and other chemicals that can get on food during the harvesting and ...

Scientists at Rice University and the University of Houston have created a powerful new material by guiding bacteria to grow cellulose in aligned patterns, resulting in sheets with the strength of ...

A joint study found that three counties within the Choctaw Nation have disease causing pathogens found in ticks.

Harbor Splash was canceled for the second time this year on Saturday after being postponed in June, disappointing 200 ...

The U.N. just released a report on the risks of the warming cryosphere — it could have major effects on public health.

Beaches face escalating risks from microbial contamination due to climate change and human activity, increasing the burden of ...

If you’re getting information online or from social media, Consumer Reports says make sure those sources are credible. Look for experts who have an RD, an MD, or a PhD in medicine or nutrition and are ...

Residents of Elk Creek have been advised not to drink tap water due to potential contamination. The Glenn County Sheriff's ...