When bacteria enter the digestive tracts of their hosts, including humans, they encounter a highly acidic environment. Bacteria have evolved elegant mechanisms to survive and colonize...
Scientists looking at the genetics of Zika virus have found a way to fast-track research which could lead to new vaccines. The study, led by The...
Astronauts leave behind many things when they boldly go. Bacteria, however, stay with them. Extreme spaceflight conditions can force these bacteria to toughen up, while simultaneously...
When you think of tetanus, does a rusty nail come to mind? Well, that image might be a little rusty, as tetanus has nothing to do...
For a long time, researchers were only able to examine human cells infected with bacteria by using cancer cell lines. However, these transformed cells often give...
A new study identifies a single molecule as a key entry point used by two types of dangerous bacteria to break through cellular barriers and cause...
To have eggs or not is the question! There have been endless debates on whether having eggs regularly could raise the risk of heart disease. In...
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Another hot day, which is doing nothing to help me feel better. 😥 I'm getting lots of #writing done this weekend though. #amwriting #amwritingfantasy #AlterReach #writingcommunity #chronicpain #chronicpainwarrior #chronicpainawareness #chronicillness #LymeDisease
Be vigilant about checking yourself and human family members too! #LymeDisease twitter.com/tickencounter/…
Regular tick checks on your pets can prevent situations like these. Ticks like to hide around the ears, neck, legs, under the tail, and even between pet's toes! Use a vet-approved preventative all year to help keep ticks off of your pet and out of your home. #petsarepeopletoo pic.twitter.com/1ctcLy26vG
— TickEncounter.org (@tickencounter) July 19, 2019
It's that seropositive time of year, folks! 🕷 Save that 💊 #doxycycline for the real necessities!! 🐶🐾 #LymeDisease #OldLyme #SoMeDocs #medtwitter #vetmed #ticks #citrus twitter.com/CliniciansBrie…
Seropositivity ≠ Sickness https://t.co/aKw5RXCYMb
— Clinician's Brief (@CliniciansBrief) July 20, 2019
Lyme-infected ticks are so common in parts of Canada, testing no longer done, by @mrabson via @globeandmail #LymeDisease theglobeandmail.com/canada/article…
Were ticks used as a biological weapon between the years of 1950 and 1975? @RepChrisSmith wants to find out and on July 12 the House passed a bill. #LymeDisease lymedisease.org/weaponized-tic…
OUTBREAK UPDATE: Chicks and ducklings in backyard flocks linked to 2 deaths from Salmonella infection. Wash your hands to stay healthy after handling chicks and ducks, their eggs, or their environment. Learn more. go.usa.gov/xmpnE
#DYK? Food poisoning peaks in summer months. When grilling, cook food thoroughly. Use a food thermometer to ensure food is hot enough to kill harmful germs. Learn more about how to grill safely. bit.ly/2GktYux #FAQFriday
11% of women diagnosed with breast cancer in the U.S. are younger than 45 years old. Learn your risk: bit.ly/2XsqDUh.
@ADayWithLove Flour is a raw, agricultural product and has not been treated to kill germs like E. coli. These germs can get into flour during harvest or at any point during production. Learn more: bit.ly/2g043JU.
@Meanjean2300 @FDAfood @US_FDA Flour is a raw, agricultural product and has not been treated to kill germs like E. coli. These germs can get into flour during harvest or at any point during production. Learn more: bit.ly/2g043JU.
