That little dent in the middle of your stomach isn’t just a quirky reminder of your time in the womb, it’s potentially one of the most bacteria-packed spots on your entire body. Your belly button is ...

People are very aware of the germs that lurk in public places like grocery stores and airports. But less thought goes to the potentially harmful microbes in private spaces like your bedroom. “We all ...

Our gut is a bustling hub of activity, home to trillions of microbes that work together with our bodies to keep us healthy. A recent study explores one fascinating aspect of this partnership: how gut ...

Urolithins are compounds your gut bacteria make from pomegranates, berries, and walnuts. Early research in cells and animals suggests they may help protect the brain by targeting several pathways ...

There are lots of unpleasant things about being sick. Leaking slimy green snot is near the top of my yuck list. I talked about it with my friend Linda Eddy. She’s a nurse for kids. She runs the ...

They live on your skin, up your nose, in your gut _ enough bacteria, fungi and other microbes that collected together could weigh, amazingly, a few pounds. Now scientists have mapped just which ...

A bout with a cold or the flu can really take you down. To stay healthy, you need to avoid nasty bugs. But that’s not always easy. Germs are everywhere, and there are plenty of ideas about how to get ...

California is facing a steep rise in tuberculosis cases. In 2023, the number of tuberculosis cases increased by 271, or 15%, from 2022, according to California Department of Public Health data ...

Always wash your towel well, rinse properly and let it air dry completely. [Courtesy] There is a quiet assumption that many people carry into daily routines. You step out of the shower feeling fresh, ...