One of the primary procedures in microbiology laboratories is the use of culture media for the growth of microorganisms, with the purpose of identification and diagnosis. Culture media are chemical ...

Imagine you’re away from home but forgot to pack your towel, razor or toothbrush. Should you use other people’s? Here’s why it’s probably best not to make a habit of it. Many disease-causing bacteria, ...

People who persistently carry Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) in their nose have fewer species of other bacteria, while certain bacteria may help to prevent S. aureus colonisation. These are the ...