'Disguised' bacteria can still be confused in tests even after outbreak that killed 15 babies
An emerging bacterium, Phytobacter diazotrophicus, continues to be misidentified as Pantoea in laboratory tests, despite causing a deadly outbreak among newborns in Brazil in 2013.
Video shows patient with KPC between beds in the ward of Hospital Mário Gatti
Hospital Mário Gatti in Campinas, Brazil, has reported a new case of contamination with the Klebsiella Pneumoniae Carbapenemase (KPC) bacterium in its ward, separate from an ongoing outbreak in its ICU.
Scientists discover the link between an intestinal bacterium and cognitive decline
Scientists have identified a connection between changes in gut microbiota and cognitive decline, revealing implications for future treatments targeting the gut-brain axis.
Resistant bacteria spreads outside hospitals and challenges medical protocols
A traditionally hospital-associated antibiotic-resistant bacterium is increasingly spreading into the community, posing new challenges for healthcare providers and surveillance systems.
UKHSA 'don't use these 4 wipes' alert as six deaths linked to bacteria outbreak
The UKHSA has warned the public against using four specific brands of wet wipes linked to a deadly bacterium following six deaths and numerous illnesses in the UK.
A surprising explanation found about the cause of memory deterioration as the years go by
British researchers discovered an intestinal bacterium that proliferates with age, influencing cognitive decline.
Conan, the immortal bacterium that (perhaps) came from Mars: 'It could have hitched a ride from an asteroid'
Scientists at Johns Hopkins University discovered that the nearly indestructible bacterium Deinococcus radiodurans, known as Conan, can survive extreme conditions, leading to theories about its extraterrestrial origins.
If you bought this sausage - hurry to return it: the retailer found a dangerous bacterium
A Lithuanian retailer has recalled a batch of sausage due to the detection of a dangerous bacterium, urging customers to return the product by March 31, 2026.
Detection of superbug in 7 patients temporarily closes ICU of Mário Gatti in Campinas
The ICU of Dr. Mário Gatti Hospital in Campinas, Brazil, has been temporarily closed after seven patients were found to be infected with a multi-drug resistant bacterium known as KPC.
Scientists Warn: This Widespread Gut Bacterium May Cause Cancer in Those Under 50
Researchers are linking the rise of colon cancer in young adults to a toxin produced by harmful gut bacteria.
Where have the plague boils gone? asks our reviewer after seeing the play about the leprosy scandal
A theater review discusses the ethical implications of historical medical practices as depicted in the play 'Doctor Armauer Hansen' about the discovery of the leprosy bacterium.
Chilean desert bacteria could withstand even an asteroid impact
A research team from Johns Hopkins University discovered that the Earth’s most resilient bacterium can survive extreme pressures comparable to those of an asteroid impact, supporting the panspermia hypothesis of life spreading between planets.
Deadly dog disease: Researchers have made new findings
Researchers in Norway have identified new insights into a deadly dog disease that caused the sudden death of over 40 dogs in 2019, pinpointing the bacterium Providencia alcalifaciens as a significant factor.
Scientists discover 5,000-year-old bacterium resistant to modern antibiotics
A 5,000-year-old bacterium found in Romania's Scarisoara Ice Cave exhibits resistance to multiple modern antibiotics, raising concerns about antibiotic efficacy and resistance evolution.
Ancient bacteria from a Romanian ice cave defy modern antibiotics
Scientists found an ancient, antibiotic-resistant bacterium in a Romanian ice cave that poses potential risks as climate change may lead to similar bacteria melting from other glaciers.
Scientists Could Not Believe What They Found – This Could Essentially Change the Future of Medicine
A recent discovery by Romanian scientists reveals an ancient bacterium with over 100 resistance genes, potentially reshaping our understanding of antibiotic resistance and treatment.
Common respiratory bacteria detected in eyes of Alzheimer’s patients
A study has found that the bacterium Chlamydia pneumoniae may exacerbate Alzheimer's disease by causing an inflammatory response in the eyes of affected individuals.
5,000-Year-Old Bacteria Defeated Ten Modern Antibiotics
Researchers in Romania discovered a 5,000-year-old bacterium that has shown resistance to multiple modern antibiotics.
Ice Bacteria Found 5,000 Years Ago Able to Face Superpathogens
Scientists have discovered a 5,000-year-old ice-dwelling bacterium, Psychrobacter SC65A.3, that shows resistance to multiple modern antibiotics and inhibits the growth of other challenging pathogens.
Scientists Uncover Secrets of Bacteria Visible to the Naked Eye
Researchers have studied a giant bacterium, 'Epulopiscium fishelsoni', which lacks certain genes essential for respiration, raising questions about its energy acquisition.
Toxin found in infant formulas comes from common bacteria and poses risks to children
A heat-resistant toxin called cereulide, produced by the Bacillus cereus bacterium, has led to recalls of powdered infant formulas by Nestlé and Danone due to health concerns for children.
There are no effects on LandspÃtali due to staff having "met" the tuberculosis bacterium
The presence of staff who have encountered the tuberculosis bacterium does not impact the operations at LandspÃtali.
Will winter massively eliminate ticks? This bacterium gives them 'superpower'
The article discusses concerns about whether the harsh winter will lead to a decrease in tick populations, highlighting the unusually low temperatures across Poland and expert insights on the ticks' dormant state.