Scientists at LSU have patented a novel way to kill cancer cells using staph bacteria, sometimes called the “superbug.” ...
Strep throat is a common throat infection that often causes a sore throat, fever and trouble swallowing. It tends to come on ...
The findings represent the oldest complete set of genetic information from this bacterial group and shed light on its ...
Aug. 23—CASSVILLE, Mo. — A fourth case of Legionnaires' disease was reported Friday in Barry County by state officials. Three cases had been reported earlier this week at the Roaring River Lodge and ...
As a general rule, most people want to avoid viruses, which are at the root of illnesses like colds, the flu, chickenpox and many a stomach bug. But what about a virus that doesn’t make people sick — ...
While much effort has focused on avoiding anthrax, history has also seen attempts to explore using the bacterial spores to ...
Whether in the human body or on surfaces, bacteria protect themselves from outside attackers using biofilms. Physicist ...
This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. NEW YORK (AP) — A germ that causes a rare ...
General Motors confirmed that its Cole Engineering Center at the GM Technical Center in Warren tested positive for the presence of the bacteria that causes Legionnaires' disease. GM spokeswoman Tara ...
A destructive plant pathogen has long puzzled scientists with its ability to move swiftly through crops and cause sudden, ...
Pneumonia is an infection of the lung that causes the air sacs within the lungs to fill with fluid and pus. This can impact the body’s ability to take in oxygen, making it difficult to breathe. The ...